Solicitor/associate - personal injury - 5 years pqe+

This is an opportunity to be part of a high‑performing litigation team, combining technical legal work with people leadership, strategic input and career development responsibilities. Working across a broad range of personal injury, motor, EL/PL and related claims, you'll be entrusted with managing complex and high-value matters while leading a team of solicitors to deliver exceptional results for clients. This is a position where your expertise will be valued, your leadership skills will be developed, and your contribution will directly influence the success of the wider business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading, mentoring and developing a team of solicitors
• Managing a caseload of complex and litigated claims
• Providing technical guidance on liability, causation and quantum issues
• Conducting hearings and overseeing cases through the Scottish courts
• Reviewing and approving legal documentation and pleadings
• Driving quality standards, compliance and best practice across the team
• Building strong relationships with clients, insurers, experts and stakeholders
• Supporting business growth initiatives and operational improvements

What We’re Looking For

• Scottish qualified solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE
• Strong background in civil litigation, personal injury, insurance litigation or motor claims
• Experience appearing in the Sheriff Court and a sound understanding of Scottish court procedures
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and client management skills
• A natural leader with experience supervising, coaching or mentoring others
• Commercial awareness and a focus on achieving positive outcomes for clients and the business

Why Consider This Role?

This position offers the chance to step into a visible leadership role within a growing and ambitious team. You'll enjoy a high level of autonomy, exposure to challenging and interesting work, and the opportunity to influence both team performance and future growth. Whether you're already managing a team or are a senior solicitor ready to take the next step into leadership, this could be the career move you've been waiting for.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission

At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion‑first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.