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Personal Injury Litigation Solicitor (Part Time)
Location: Coventry
Salary: DOE
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Solicitor to join a well-established and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who is looking to handle a varied and high-quality caseload while contributing to the continued growth of a reputable regional practice.
The Personal Injury department manages a wide spectrum of claimant work, including:
- General Personal Injury claims
- Accidents at Work
- Road Traffic Accidents
- Public Liability matters (Trips and Slips)
- Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) claims
- Clinical Negligence matters (experience desirable but not essential)
- Contentious Probate litigation (experience not essential, training can be provided)
- The role is primarily based at the Coventry office, with flexibility for hybrid working where appropriate. You will ideally have 2+ years' PQE, though candidates with strong experience at a similar level will be considered.
- You will benefit from support from an experienced legal assistant, as well as access to ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and progress a mixed caseload of Personal Injury matters, from initial instruction through to settlement or trial.
- Provide clear, compassionate, and informed advice to clients, maintaining a high standard of client care throughout.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the department, contributing to team strategy, knowledge sharing, and case discussions.
- Liaise with external parties including medical experts, counsel, insurers, and rehabilitation providers.
- Engage in business development and networking activities, including maintaining and developing relationships with local organisations and long-standing referral partners.
- Ensure files are managed efficiently, comply with regulatory requirements, and meet time and billing targets.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience handling a Personal Injury caseload, ideally including both fast-track and multi-track matters.
- Strong understanding of the litigation process, CPR, and relevant pre-action protocols.
- Ability to manage competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
- Organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team.
- A positive attitude toward developing the department and contributing to its future success.
Benefits
- Competitive and negotiable salary, commensurate with experience.
- Clear career progression, including potential development into a Head of Department role.
- Generous holiday entitlement, including paid bank holidays.
- Hybrid working arrangements considered.
- Ongoing professional development, training, and support for further specialisation.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Free on-site car parking.
- Supportive, friendly working environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.
