Job Description
A highly regarded regional law firm is seeking an Associate-level Personal Injury Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx) to join its expanding Military Claims team, based in modern offices in Leeds City Centre.
This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile, politically sensitive litigation matters involving military personnel and veterans.
You will manage a caseload of complex personal injury claims relating to military service. These include cases involving defective equipment, training injuries, cold injuries, bullying and harassment, discrimination, noise-induced hearing loss and claims under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) and Armed Forces Pension Schemes.
Candidate Profile
This role is best suited to a qualified solicitor or CILEx lawyer with 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in personal injury, ideally with a background in military claims or experience bringing claims against the Ministry of Defence. Applications from candidates outside this range will be considered if they demonstrate relevant experience and potential.
You should have experience of high-value and complex litigation in the County Court, High Court and Tribunal Services, and a working knowledge of the Service Complaints System. A strong interest in supporting service personnel and veterans is essential, along with the ability to handle politically se...