Serious Injury Solicitor

Job Role: Experienced Solicitor – Serious Injury Solicitor

Location:Manchester (Hybrid working available)

Salary:up to £55,000 DOE

A successful and growing niche legal practice in Manchester is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join their Serious Injury/Clinical Negligence team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified solicitor with 5-10 years PQE who has significant recent multi-track experience.

As a multi-service law firm with a loyal and expanding national and international client base, this is a great chance to join a modern, professional environment with significant opportunities for career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of serious injury and clinical negligence matters from inception to conclusion, ensuring timely and efficient progress.
• Support the Team Leader in the day-to-day running of the department, assisting colleagues within the team where required.
• Assess liability and quantum, reviewing medical reports and researching and obtaining relevant case law.
• Maximise personal billings to meet department income targets and forecasts.
• Provide excellent client care through regular communication and face-to-face meetings with clients.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of experts, including medical professionals, case managers, architects, forensic accountants, and counsel.
• Analyse evidence and research legal issues on liability, causation, and quantum.
• Draft documents such as statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss.
• Secure early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation for clients.
• Maintain a strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Ensure write-offs and supplier issues are kept to a minimum.
• Use the Proclaim system in line with firm policies, providing guidance to junior staff as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5-10 years PQE in serious injury and/or clinical negligence.
• Strong fee-earning skills and technical ability in RTA, ELPL, and Clinical Negligence.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships effectively.
• Proven ability to manage a busy caseload efficiently.
• Commercial awareness and a results-driven approach.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working available.
• 31 days of annual leave (including 8 days bank holiday).
• Opportunity to accrue up to 4 additional days of annual leave with length of service.
• Opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• Time off in lieu.
• Birthday leave.
• Flexible working hours.
• Company events.
• Employee of the month bonus.

This role is based in Manchester, and hybrid working is available. However, candidates must be willing and able to travel to the office when required.

If you are a dedicated, experienced solicitor with a passion for serious injury and clinical negligence, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today to take the next step in your legal career!