Serious Injury Fee Earner / Solicitor RTA – Grade C

  • Wakefield
  • Permanent
  • DOE

Serious Injury Fee Earner/Solicitor - RTA (Claimant) - GradeC

Are you an experienced Personal Injury professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded and forward-thinking law firm, handling a quality caseload of serious injury matters and making a genuine difference to clients' lives.

The Role

You will manage a caseload of predominantly RTA-based serious injury claims valued up to £50,000, supporting clients who have experienced life-changing events. This role offers a strong blend of technical legal work and client interaction, giving you real ownership of your cases from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Deliver exceptional client care to individuals who have suffered traumatic injuries
  • Maintain regular contact with clients, including face-to-face meetings
  • Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of experts including medical professionals, case managers, care experts, and counsel
  • Analyse evidence and advise on liability, causation, and quantum
  • Draft key legal documents such as witness statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss
  • Secure early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation support
  • Progress claims efficiently to achieve the best possible settlement outcomes
  • Manage cases using a task-based case management system
  • Contribute to the growth and profile of the department

About You

Essential:

 

  • Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx (or equivalent experience at Grade C level)
  • Strong background in personal injury litigation
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Proficient in case management systems, Microsoft Excel, and Word

Desirable:

 

  • Experience handling serious injury claims
  • A proactive approach to career development and professional profile building
  • A collaborative team player with a positive and resilient attitude

What's on Offer

 

  • Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities
  • Exposure to high-quality, complex injury work
  • Ongoing training and development to support your career growth
  • Opportunities to move across departments and broaden your expertise
  • A supportive and inclusive working environment

Additional Information

 

  • Occasional travel may be required to meet clients and attend conferences with experts and counsel
  • The firm is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds

If the above role is of interest, then please send an updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or for a confidential discussion about the role then call Chris on 0161 914 7357.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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