Your new company Our client, a highly regarded national law firm, is looking to recruit a NQ-5 PQE Solicitor to join their Complex Claims Insurance team. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative environment handling a varied and interesting caseload of Defendant Insurance matters, with a focus on Employers' and Public Liability claims. You will be trusted with a high level of responsibility, contributing to departmental growth while delivering high‑quality, commercially focused legal advice to insurer and corporate clients. Your new role This Complex Injury Solicitor role will see you: Managing and/or assisting on a varied caseload of Defendant Employers' Liability and Public Liability claims, including injury, liability, contractual and indemnity issues. Providing clear, practical written and verbal advice to clients and insurers Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other key litigation documents Conducting legal research and financial liability assessments Representing clients at hearings or liaising with counsel where appropriate Managing files efficiently to ensure profitability, compliance and achievement of KPI targets Supporting colleagues and contributing positively to wider team objectives Ensuring compliance with regulatory, procedural and internal business requirements Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and departmental planning Building strong client and stakeholder relationships and supporting business development activity What you'll need to succeed Essential: Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer (NQ - 5 years PQE) Strong, demonstrable experience of Employers' Liability and Public Liability claims Sound knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and insurance litigation processes Experience advising commercial organisations and dealing directly with insurers Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Experience using legal case management systems (e. Proclaim or similar) Proven ability to manage a busy caseload, meet deadlines and achieve fee targets A collaborative, values‑driven approach to working within a team Desirable : Experience handling complex and/or high‑value claims Involvement in business development or client relationship activity What you'll get in return Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid working structure Annual leave purchase scheme Enhanced family‑friendly policies and sick pay Profit share scheme and long‑service awards Ongoing training, development and clear progression opportunities Private healthcare benefits (including BUPA for solicitors) and wellbeing support Staff discounts, retail and gym membership discounts A supportive, inclusive culture within a Legal 500 and Chambers‑rated firm What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays