Catastrophic Injury Solicitor

Catastrophic Injury / Large Loss Associate

Defendant Personal Injury | Flexible PQE | UK

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced personal injury lawyer to join an expanding Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss team within a highly regarded, multi-award-winning firm.

The team handles a broad range of high-value and complex claims, covering motor, EL/PL and indemnity work, acting for major insurers and self-insured commercial organisations.

The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced Partner on a varied caseload of large loss matters, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and autonomy as they develop.

The role will include:

Assisting with high-value, complex large loss and catastrophic injury claims

Liability investigations, including taking witness statements and reviewing evidence

Assessing quantum and interpreting medical records and reports

Managing interlocutory matters, CMCs and court proceedings

Drafting legal documents, reports and client advice

Managing reporting and reserving requirements in line with client SLAs

Attending court, conferences and pre-trial meetings

Developing client relationships and assisting with training and case clinics

Supporting Partners with existing client relationships and business development

Mentoring junior members of the team and supporting NQs

Developing your own caseload as experience and client relationships grow

Opportunities to undertake your own advocacy are encouraged

About you

The firm is looking for an ambitious personal injury lawyer who is keen to progress their career and develop within a specialist large loss environment.

Ideally, you will have experience of defendant large loss or catastrophic injury litigation, although candidates coming from a claimant personal injury background with strong transferable skills will also be considered.

You should have:

Solid experience of personal injury litigation

Strong technical and analytical skills

The ability to manage a caseload with a good degree of autonomy

Excellent client care and communication skills

The ability to work effectively in a busy, demanding environment

A genuine interest in developing your career within catastrophic injury / large loss

PQE is flexible and applications are welcomed from candidates with the appropriate experience and skill set, rather than being limited to a particular level.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a growing team, work on genuinely complex and high-value claims, and have a clear opportunity to develop their career.