Catastrophic Injury jobs in Manchester - Solicitor or Legal Executive – Associate or Senior Associate level
Catastrophic Injury Solicitor – Associate or Senior Associate
The highly regarded catastrophic injury team of this leading national law firm is looking to recruit a solicitor or Legal Executive to assist one of the key Partners in the team. Join a reputable legal team and work alongside a highly regarded lawyer, focusing on high-value, complex personal injury cases, often valued at over £1 million.
Summary
* Job Title: Associate or Senior Associate
* Location: Manchester
* Contract Type: Permanent (Part-Time & Full-Time Options Available)
* Work pattern: Hybrid
* Salary Range: to £65,000
* Reports to: Partner
* Experience Required: Catastrophic or Complex Multitrack EL/PL or RTA Claims. Both Defendant and Claimant experience welcomed.
Complex catastrophic injury work arising out of RTA and EL/PL
Furthermore, you will be working with a leading name in the large loss injury market. The firm is noted in all major legal journals including Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.
This role offers you the chance to work on catastrophic injury claims related to road traffic accidents (RTA) and employer liability (EL) or public liability (PL) cases all the way from inception through to setting case strategy and then litigation and / or settlement. The successful candidate’s duties will include:
* Assisting the Partner in handling high-value, complex catastrophic injury cases.
* Analysing quantum evidence, medical records, and liability evidence, ensuring accurate evaluation and strategy planning.
* Drafting comprehensive legal advice, including reserves, indemnity, liability, quantum, and causation issues.
* Conducting witness interviews, preparing statements, and attending mediations, JSMs, and conferences.
* Proactively manage assigned cases with a reserve value up to £500,000+.
* Collaborate on all aspects of a case, from initial analysis to final resolution, supporting the Partner in setting strategy and achieving successful outcomes.
Wide range of candidates considered
As a guide, the following experience would be preferred:
* Experience in handling Catastrophic or multi track Injury, RTA, or EL/PL claims, either from a claimant or defendant background would be beneficial. Though candidates with lower-level multi track experience will also be considered.
* Ability to analyse complex evidence and develop strategic legal solutions.
* Excellent communication, drafting, and case management skills.
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously under the supervision of the Partner
The recruiting Partner is happy to speak to a broad range of candidates including those with claimant or defendant experience. They are looking for bright, capable individuals with a passion for this kind of work.
Please apply to find out more
If you are an experienced fee earner considering catastrophic injury solicitor or legal executive jobs in the Manchester market, please don’t hesitate to apply.