Catastrophic injury Solicitor - #1659496

Job title: Solicitor

Department: Catastrophic Injury (Defendant)

Salary: DOE and PQE

Hours: Full-time

Location: Flexible, Southampton or Cardiff – Hybrid 2 in 3 from home.

OVERVIEW

A top tier Legal 500, well-established law firm is expanding. Due to an increase of work, they require an experienced Catastrophic Injury Solicitor (or equivalent) to joint heir highly reputable award winning team. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills, progressing within the firm and contribute to the firm’s continued success.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

With the support of legal assistants, paralegals, and other solicitors within the team, you will;

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex, multi-track life changing personal injury matters resulting from road traffic accidents, acting on behalf of insurers. This includes but is not limited to, brain injuries, amputations, spinal injuries.

• You will oversee all stages of the claims process from pre to post litigation, to settlement or trial.

• Investigate, gather, and assess evidence relevant to each case, liaising with medical professionals and experts where necessary.

• Prepare legal documents, negotiate settlements and represent clients in hearings or court where required.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with experience in Complex, multi track personal injury claims. Ideally you will have at least 3 years of post qualified experience in defendant complex Personal Injury.

• Experience handling a varied caseload, from Fast Track to Multi track cases.

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities.

BENEFITS

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy and sell.

• A commitment to work-life balance with flexible working arrangements available

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, with regular training sessions and career progression.

• Private health insurance

• Pension scheme

• Employee wellbeing support (EAP)

• Employee recognition and rewards

• Discounts, life insurance

• Lots more!

E: ***************@simpsonjudge.co.uk

M: 07879490799