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