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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

• 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.g. 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

• 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. Alternatively, email Alexander.Payne@hays.com or call us now on 0161 228 7770.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.