Solicitor - Catastrophic Injury

Catastrophic Injury Solicitor opportunity available within the Personal Injury team in a leading Manchester based law firm. The team has received recognition from numerous legal institutions, including a Legal 500 Top Tier ranking in 2024, Chambers and Partners Band 1 ranking. The role: In this role, you will assist the team with a mixed caseload made up of brain injuries predominately, as well as spinal cord cases and amputation claims. You will have the unique opportunity to learn from an award-winning team of top ranked lawyers with substantial experience and long-established reputations in catastrophic injury. Your responsibilities will include: * Assisting partners with catastrophic injury claims from start to finish. * Reviewing records including medical, education, case management. * Strengthening and growing the team’s charitable partnerships. * Leading the way with charitable fundraising ideas and driving social/fundraising activities and initiatives. * Collating enclosures to accompany instructions to Counsel and experts. * Engaging with clients, taking statements and preparing instructions to Counsel and experts. * Attending court hearings, conferences with Counsel and MDT meetings. Skills and experienced required: To succeed in this role, you will be a Qualified Solicitor with 0-3 years post qualification experience. You should also be able to demonstrate: * Experience of assisting with catastrophic injury claims. * Experience of business development/marketing/networking/use of social media will be looked upon favourably, along with experience of working with relevant charities. * Legal analysis and research. * An ability to build relationships with clients and drive charitable initiatives. * Good working knowledge of relevant law and procedure. On offer: * Negotiable salary depending on experience. * Hybrid working. * Annual promotions process open to all staff. * A minimum of 25 days' annual leave plus office closure between Christmas and New Year. * A one-hour early finish, one Friday per month. * Two days a year to do charitable work. * The opportunity to get involved in sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events. * Access to Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders. If you are currently a qualified solicitor with catastrophic injury experience, and would like more information, apply online for immediate consideration