Solicitor – Litigation (Defendant Personal Injury)

Overview

As a Solicitor in the Litigation – Defendant Personal Injury team in Cardiff, you will support partners and senior fee earners on a broad defendant PI caseload. You’ll handle claims across public liability, employer liability and personal injury matters, including court litigation and negotiations. The role offers a collaborative, award-winning environment with structured training and mentoring. You will contribute to high-quality work for a diverse client base while developing your expertise in multi-track and complex litigation. This is a chance to shape outcomes for clients and progress within a supportive firm culture.

Pay / Benefits

• 25 days leave plus bank holidays (rising to 30)
• Birthday day off
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Responsibilities

• Defend public liability, personal injury and employer liability claims
• Conduct litigation in County Court and High Court
• Investigate claims and attend site visits
• Draft statements of case, disclosure lists, witness statements, and instructions to counsel/experts
• Undertake quantum assessments and counter schedules of loss
• Engage in settlement negotiations and attend hearings
• Liaise with clients, counsel, experts and stakeholders
• Advise on fixed and assessed costs
• Support senior fee earners on high-value, multi-track and complex litigation
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
• Participate in business development activities

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or FCILEX with 2-5 years PQE in defendant PI litigation
• Solid understanding of Pre-Action Protocols, Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
• Experience managing complex caseloads and working under pressure
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and case management abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commercial awareness and client-focused approach
• High attention to detail and IT proficiency

• Strong communication skills
• Analytical mindset
• Client-focused approach
• Pre-Action Protocols
• Civil Procedure Rules
• Litigation processes

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