Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor – Leeds – Up to £50,000
A highly regarded national insurance litigation practice is seeking a Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor to join its specialist Sports Claims team in Leeds. You’ll work within a well-established casualty department, supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value matters while managing your own caseload of EL / PL claims. This is an excellent opportunity to develop niche expertise within sports-related litigation, working in a collaborative and well-resourced environment with strong progression prospects.
The Role:
- Manage a varied caseload of defendant EL / PL personal injury claims
- Assist senior lawyers on complex and high-value sports-related matters
- Handle claims on behalf of sporting organisations, clubs and insurers
- Review and manage disclosure, including large-scale document exercises and e-discovery
- Draft witness statements, reports and legal documentation
- Instruct counsel and expert witnesses
- Prepare for and attend hearings, conferences and client meetings
- Maintain regular communication with clients and third parties
- Ensure compliance with CPR and procedural requirements
About You:
- Qualified Solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE
- Experience managing defendant EL / PL personal injury claims
- Strong understanding of negligence, liability and health & safety law
- Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
- Experience handling disclosure and drafting key legal documents
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and client handling ability
- Highly organised with strong time management skills
- Interest in sports-related matters (desirable)
Benefits:
- Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Healthcare cover
- Pension and life assurance 4x salary
- Travel loan and cycle to work scheme
- Access to training and development programmes
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Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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