Complex injury Solicitor (NQ-5 PQE)

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Job Description

Your new company
nOur client, a highly regarded national law firm, is looking to recruit a NQ-5 PQE Solicitor to join their Complex Claims Insurance team. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative environment handling a varied and interesting caseload of Defendant Insurance matters, with a focus on Employers' and Public Liability claims.
nYou will be trusted with a high level of responsibility, contributing to departmental growth while delivering high‑quality, commercially focused legal advice to insurer and corporate clients.
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nYour new role
nThis Complex Injury Solicitor role will see you:

Managing and/or assisting on a varied caseload of Defendant Employers' Liability and Public Liability claims, including injury, liability, contractual and indemnity issues.
Providing clear, practical written and verbal advice to clients and insurers
Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other key litigation documents
Conducting legal research and financial liability assessments
Representing clients at hearings or liaising with counsel where appropriate
Managing files efficiently to ensure profitability, compliance and achievement of KPI targets
Supporting colleagues and contributing positively to wider team objectives
Ensuring compliance with regulatory, procedural and internal business requirements
Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and departmental planning
Building strong client and stakeholder relationships and supporting business development activity

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nWhat you'll need to succeed
nEssential:

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer (NQ – 5 years PQE)
Strong, demonstrable experience of Employers' Liability and Public Liability claims
Sound knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and insurance litigation processes
Experience advising commercial organisations and dealing directly with insurers
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Experience using legal case management systems (e. Proclaim or similar)
Proven ability to manage a busy caseload, meet deadlines and achieve fee targets
A collaborative, values‑driven approach to working within a team

nDesirable:

Experience handling complex and/or high‑value claims
Involvement in business development or client relationship activity

nWhat you'll get in return

Competitive salary depending on experience
Hybrid working structure
Annual leave purchase scheme
Enhanced family‑friendly policies and sick pay
Profit share scheme and long‑service awards
Ongoing training, development and clear progression opportunities
Private healthcare benefits (including BUPA for solicitors) and wellbeing support
Staff discounts, retail and gym membership discounts
A supportive, inclusive culture within a Legal 500 and Chambers‑rated firm

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nWhat you need to do now
nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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Job Description

Your new companynOur client, a highly regarded national law firm, is looking to recruit a NQ-5 PQE Solicitor to join their Complex Claims Insurance team. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative environment handling a varied and interesting caseload of Defendant Insurance matters, with a focus on Employers' and Public Liability claims.nYou will be trusted with a high level of responsibility, contributing to departmental growth while delivering high‑quality, commercially focused legal advice to insurer and corporate clients.nnYour new rolenThis Complex Injury Solicitor role will see you:

Managing and/or assisting on a varied caseload of Defendant Employers' Liability and Public Liability claims, including injury, liability, contractual and indemnity issues.

Providing clear, practical written and verbal advice to clients and insurers

Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other key litigation documents

Conducting legal research and financial liability assessments

Representing clients at hearings or liaising with counsel where appropriate

Managing files efficiently to ensure profitability, compliance and achievement of KPI targets

Supporting colleagues and contributing positively to wider team objectives

Ensuring compliance with regulatory, procedural and internal business requirements

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and departmental planning

Building strong client and stakeholder relationships and supporting business development activity

nnWhat you'll need to succeednEssential:

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer (NQ – 5 years PQE)

Strong, demonstrable experience of Employers' Liability and Public Liability claims

Sound knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and insurance litigation processes

Experience advising commercial organisations and dealing directly with insurers

Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills

Experience using legal case management systems (e. Proclaim or similar)

Proven ability to manage a busy caseload, meet deadlines and achieve fee targets

A collaborative, values‑driven approach to working within a team

nDesirable:

Experience handling complex and/or high‑value claims

Involvement in business development or client relationship activity

nWhat you'll get in return

Competitive salary depending on experience

Hybrid working structure

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced family‑friendly policies and sick pay

Profit share scheme and long‑service awards

Ongoing training, development and clear progression opportunities

Private healthcare benefits (including BUPA for solicitors) and wellbeing support

Staff discounts, retail and gym membership discounts

A supportive, inclusive culture within a Legal 500 and Chambers‑rated firm

nnWhat you need to do nownIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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Posted: May 4th, 2026