Serious Injury Solicitor

Job Opportunity: Experienced Solicitor - Serious Injury/Clinical Negligence Team
Location: Flexible (1 day a month)
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: up to £45k

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity with my client, a successful and growing niche legal practice based in Manchester. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced Solicitor to join our Serious Injury/Clinical Negligence team. This is an excellent role for a qualified solicitor with 5-10 years PQE and significant recent multi-track experience.

As a multi-service law firm with a loyal national and international client base, we offer a modern, professional work environment with huge scope for progression. This role allows for flexibility in your working arrangements, with the option for home-based or office-based work, and only one day per month required in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of serious injury and clinical negligence matters from inception to conclusion
• Support the Team Leader in running the department and collaborate with colleagues
• Assess liability and quantum, reviewing medical reports and conducting legal research
• Maximise personal billing to meet departmental income targets
• Regular communication with clients to ensure exceptional service levels
• Engage with a multidisciplinary team, including medical experts, case managers, and counsel
• Draft legal documents such as statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss
• Secure interim payments and coordinate rehabilitation
• Utilise Proclaim system in line with the firm's policies, mentoring junior staff when necessary

Ideal Candidate:

• 5-10 years PQE with experience in multi-track serious injury and clinical negligence cases
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent client care skills
• Experience working with Proclaim and providing guidance to junior team members
• Excellent technical ability in RTA, ELPL, and Clinical Negligence matters
• Benefits:
• Highly competitive salary with negotiable terms
• Flexible working hours and options for home or office-based work
• 31 days annual leave (including 8 bank holidays)
• Up to 4 additional days annual leave with length of service
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days annual leave
• Time off for your birthday and time off in lieu
• Employee of the Month bonus and company events
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern, growing firm with ample career development potential. If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today!