Personal Injury Solicitor (0-5 PQE)

Company: Hays
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will handle a portfolio of personal injury cases within a top North West firm, contributing to a high-performing team. You will support occupiers’ liability and public liability work, assist on higher-value claims, and provide clear legal guidance to clients. The position combines drafting, negotiation, and court work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. You’ll stay current with evolving laws and collaborate to achieve favorable outcomes. This is a growth-focused opportunity at a leading firm with hybrid working and a strong bonus structure.

Pay / Benefits

  • hybrid working
  • bonus scheme
  • competitive salary

Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of pre- and post-issue fast-track and intermediate-track OL/PL claims
  • Provide assistance on higher-value claims
  • Conduct detailed legal research and offer practical client advice
  • Prepare and draft legal documents including pleadings and witness statements
  • Negotiate settlements and represent clients in court when required
  • Operate effectively in a target-driven, fast-paced environment
  • Collaborate with colleagues to achieve successful case outcomes
  • Stay up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations

Key requirements

  • Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with 0–5 years PQE
  • Previous experience of fast-track OL/PL claims is essential
  • Proven billing record handling a litigated caseload
  • Tenacious attitude towards the work
  • Knowledge of Proclaim case management system is beneficial
  • Tenacity
  • Collaborative approach
  • Strong communication
  • Fast-track OL/PL claims experience
  • Legal research
  • Drafting pleadings and witness statements

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Posted: October 3rd, 2026