William James Recruitment
Complex Injury Associate
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Catastrophic Injury Solicitor – Birmingham / Manchester – Hybrid – Up to £53,000
A leading defendant insurance law firm is seeking an experienced Complex Injury Solicitor to join its specialist team in Birmingham or Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value personal injury claims, acting on behalf of major insurer clients while benefiting from the support of a highly regarded national practice.
About the Role
As a Complex Injury Solicitor in Birmingham or Manchester, you will manage a varied caseload of serious injury matters, including claims involving life-changing injuries, while working closely with senior lawyers and partners on technically challenging and high-profile cases.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of complex injury and large loss claims from inception to resolution
- Handling matters involving serious and complex injuries, including multi-million-pound claims
- Conducting liability, causation, and quantum investigations
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentation
- Liaising with clients, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders
- Developing and implementing case strategies to achieve the best outcomes
- Attending conferences, mediations, and court hearings where required
- Collaborating closely with partners and senior lawyers on complex litigation
- Ensuring compliance with client service standards and court deadlines
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Requirements for the Candidate
- Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation Executive
- Strong experience handling catastrophic injury, large loss, or complex personal injury matters
- Proven understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules
- Experience dealing with insurer clients is advantageous
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent drafting and communication abilities
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively
- Commercially aware with a proactive approach to case handling
- Team player who can also work independently
Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £53,000 (dependent on experience)
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increasing to 26 days after 5 years and 27 days after 10 years
- Company pension
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance
- Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
- Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
- Supportive working environment with clear progression
- Strong training and development opportunities
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How to Apply
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407 Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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