Catastrophic Injury Solicitor

Manchester
£45,000 - £60,000

Catastrophic injury / large loss – casualty EL/PL solicitor or legal executive (2-5 PQE) – Manchester

Join a Specialist Personal Injury team – Complex Injury – Manchester

Our client is seeking a Casualty EL/PL Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2-5 PQE to join their specialist team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor with strong academics and expertise in Employers Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) law, to work on unique and complex cases.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Associate / Senior Associate
  • Location: Manchester, UK
  • Salary: Up to £60,000
  • Work Pattern: Hybrid (3 days from home)
  • Reports to: Partner
  • Experience: 2-5 PQE, ideally with Defendant EL/PL experience (Claimant experience considered)

More about this specialist injury team

  • Handle a caseload of complex EL/PL cases
  • Assist on ultra high-value catastrophic injury matters
  • Develop skills in trial work, including pleadings, reporting, and strategy
  • Work directly with Senior Associate and Legal Director
  • Opportunities to build relationships with tier 1 global insurers and corporates in manufacturing, logistics, and more
  • Exposure to high-profile cases involving severe injuries such as burns, assault, abuse, and neglect
  • Advise clients on civil liability following terrorist acts and defend against false imprisonment and malicious prosecution claims

Responsibilities

As a key member of the team, you will:

  • Manage a caseload of complex legal matters
  • Draft pleadings, client reports, and instructions to counsel and experts
  • Conduct legal research and stay updated on industry practices
  • Attend conferences and develop client relationships
  • Contribute to the team’s thought leadership initiatives

Team Structure

  • 2 Partners
  • 2 Legal Directors
  • 3 Senior Associates
  • 1 NQ Solicitor
  • 1 Paralegal

This small, tight-knit team offers excellent prospects for career progression.

Apply Today

If you’re a driven solicitor or legal executive with EL/PL experience looking to progress in a specialist Personal Injury team, don’t hesitate to apply! For more information, please contact us directly.

NB: Please keep an eye on our website for a full list of all our opportunities: www.bydandgroup.co.uk

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