Job Description
Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor – Leeds – Up to £50,000
A highly regarded national insurance litigation practice is seeking a Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor to join its specialist Sports Claims team in Leeds. You’ll work within a well-established casualty department, supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value matters while managing your own caseload of EL/PL claims.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop niche expertise within sports-related litigation, working in a collaborative and well-resourced environment with strong progression prospects.
The Role:
* Manage a varied caseload of defendant EL/PL personal injury claims
* Assist senior lawyers on complex and high-value sports-related matters
* Handle claims on behalf of sporting organisations, clubs and insurers
* Review and manage disclosure, including large-scale document exercises and e-discovery
* Draft witness statements, reports and legal documentation
* Instruct counsel and expert witnesses
* Undertake legal and factual research to support case strategy
* Prepare for and attend hearings, conferences and client meetings
* Maintain regular communication with clients and third parties
* Ensure compliance with CPR and procedural requirements
* Deliver high standards of client service throughout
About You:
* Solicitor or CILEX-qualified Lawyer with 2–4 years’ PQE
* Experience managing defendant EL/PL personal injury claims
* Strong understanding of negligence, liability and health & safety law
* Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
* Experience handling disclosure and drafting key legal documents
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and client handling ability
* Highly organised with strong time management skills
* A proactive and collaborative approach
* Interest in sports-related matters (desirable)
Benefits:
* Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid and flexible working
* Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
* Pension and life assurance
* Health and wellbeing support
* Access to training and development programmes
* Clear progression opportunities within a national 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: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332
Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com