Personal Injury Solicitor / Legal Executive – Nottingham

Company: Chadwick Nott
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Location: Nottinghamshire
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will manage a high-volume portfolio of Employer Liability and Public Liability claims, handling portal and non-portal work from instruction to resolution. You join a busy, collaborative Personal Injury team and will contribute to client relationships and business development while meeting fee targets. The position combines hands-on litigation with advisory work, supported by initial office-based training and then hybrid working. You will apply strong knowledge of CPR, pre-action protocols, and the Damages Claims Portal to deliver effective outcomes and progress cases efficiently. This is an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values initiative and impact

Pay / Benefits

  • hybrid working after initial training
  • office-based training period
  • salary DOE
  • full-time (35 hours)
  • supportive team environment

Responsibilities

  • Manage own files across fast-track and some multi-track PI claims
  • Handle portal and non-portal cases from start to finish, including litigated matters
  • Draft correspondence and legal documents; advise clients clearly and effectively
  • Meeting fee-earning and time recording targets
  • Contribute to business development and strengthen client and referrer relationships
  • Collaborate in a team-oriented environment and manage workload with initiative

Key requirements

  • At least 3 years’ PQE
  • Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with litigation rights
  • Experience handling high-volume Employer Liability and Public Liability claims
  • Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules, pre-action protocols, and the Damages Claims Portal
  • Commercial and client-focused approach; excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
  • Pre-action protocols
  • Damages Claims Portal

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Posted: October 24th, 2026