Job Description
Job Title: Serious Injury Solicitor
Location - Manchester
(Hybrid working with initial in-office induction and systems training.
Team days in the office 1–2 times per month.)
Overview
An established, client-focused claimant personal injury practice is seeking a Serious Injury / Multi-Track PI Solicitor to manage a litigated caseload of mid-value to high-value EL/PL/RTA claims.
You will run files from instruction through to settlement or trial, lead expert conferences and negotiations, and contribute to a collaborative team known for championing underserved clients and delivering outstanding client care.
Key Responsibilities
* Case Management
* Manage and grow a multi-track personal injury caseload from instruction to settlement or trial.
* Assess liability and quantum, including reviewing medical evidence, obtaining reports, and applying current case law.
* Draft pleadings, witness statements, Part 35 questions, and detailed schedules/counter-schedules.
* Analyse evidence to resolve disputes on liability, causation and quantum.
* Secure interim payments promptly and arrange appropriate rehabilitation.
* Conduct robust negotiations with insurers and defendant firms, minimising write-offs and disbursement issues.
* Client & Stakeholder Engagement
* Meet clients (in person and virtually) to explain strategy, manage expectations and build trust.
* Lead conferences with medical specialists, case managers, care experts, accountants and counsel.
* Maintain exceptional client care standards at all times.
Commercial & Team Contribution
* Maximise personal billings and contribute to department forecasts.
* Apply strong commercial awareness to drive profitability and identify value-add opportunities.
* Use the case management system in line with policy and coach junior staff on best practice.
* Collaborate with Marketing on case stories and client-friendly insights.
* Support thought leadership and professional presence on LinkedIn.
* Stay current with CPR updates, costs reforms and medico-legal developments.
About You
* Strong claimant experience across intermediate track and multi-track PI litigation.
* Demonstrable record of meeting or exceeding billing targets while maintaining excellent client care.
* Confident communicator with outstanding interpersonal and client-care skills.
* Team-oriented with strong commercial awareness.
* Flexible and able to attend the office for key meetings and team days.
Salary & Benefits
* £45,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience)
* Performance bonuses including Employee of the Month and Customer Champion awards
* Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) and regular social events
* 31 days’ leave including bank holidays, plus:
* Your birthday off
* Option to purchase up to 5 additional days
* Length-of-service awards and clear career development pathway