Solicitor – Litigation (Defendant Personal Injury)

Overview

In this role you support partners and senior fee earners in defending defendant personal injury claims across public liability, employer liability and related litigation. You handle court proceedings, advise on liability and quantum, draft essential court documents, and contribute to negotiations and hearings. You will work within a collaborative Cardiff-based team focused on high-quality defendant PI work and career development. This is a chance to shape outcomes on varied cases while advancing professional expertise in a supportive environment.

Pay / Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday leave
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Responsibilities

• Assist on defending defendant PI claims across County Court and High Court
• Draft statements of case, witness statements, disclosure lists and instructions to counsel/experts
• Conduct quantum assessments and draft counter schedules of loss
• Engage in settlement negotiations and attend hearings
• Liaise with clients, counsel, experts and other stakeholders
• 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 personal injury litigation
• Solid understanding of Pre-Action Protocols and Civil Procedure Rules
• 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 accuracy
• Professional presentation and IT proficiency

• Strong communication
• Analytical mindset
• Attention to detail
• Pre-Action Protocols
• Civil Procedure Rules
• Litigation processes

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