A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an NQ–2 PQE Solicitor to join a highly regarded Catastrophic Injury & Large Loss team within a leading national firm.
Working alongside experienced Partners and senior lawyers, you’ll manage your own caseload of fast-track and lower-value multi-track EL/PL claims while assisting on high-value, complex large loss and catastrophic injury matters. The team acts for major insurers, corporates, and public sector clients on a diverse range of claims including workplace accidents, public liability, and road traffic injuries — as well as sensitive cases involving harassment, stress, and group litigation.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a junior solicitor to gain exposure to complex, technically challenging work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
The Candidate
* 0–2 years PQE, ideally with experience in defendant EL/PL or personal injury litigation
* Confident handling liability investigations and running own caseload
* Experience assisting on large loss or catastrophic injury cases advantageous
* Excellent understanding of CPR and litigation processes
* Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills
* Well-organised, detail-focused and able to manage competing priorities
* Professional and personable, with the ability to build strong client relationships
The Benefits & How to Apply
* Up to £47,000 DOE
* Hybrid working – 2 days office / 3 days home
* 28 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Private Healthcare / Medicash
* Life Assurance (4x salary)
* Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling, legal and consumer advice)
* Genuine career progression within a highly respected team
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: Office Number 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332
Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com