Personal Injury Solicitor/Senior Solicitor


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£45,000 - £70,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Manchester, M1 4BT
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 3 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	29 Aug 2026

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Summary

Your new company

Our client is a leading claimant law firm seeking Personal Injury Solicitors / Senior Solicitors during a period of growth. This opportunity is suitable for experienced EL/PL/OL lawyers as well as litigators from RTA backgrounds looking to retrain into this area. The role offers a high-quality caseload, excellent training and development, and strong earning potential through a transparent bonus structure.

Your new role

You will manage your own caseload of employer's liability, occupiers' liability and/or public liability claims, handling matters from inception through to conclusion. Depending on your level of experience, this may include both fast-track and multi-track litigation, with exposure to complex and higher-value claims. The firm operates with strong referral sources, providing genuine claimant work and a strong flow of quality instructions.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a varied caseload of EL, OL and/or PL claims from inception to settlement or trial.

Handle pre-litigated and litigated matters.

Draft pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation.

Conduct legal research and provide clear, practical advice to clients.

Negotiate settlements with insurers and opponent representatives.

Progress cases efficiently in line with procedural requirements.

Attend court hearings and advocacy where appropriate.

Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the claims process.

Support and mentor junior team members (senior-level applicants).

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Experience handling claimant personal injury litigation.

Previous OL/PL experience is desirable but not essential for candidates seeking a retraining opportunity.

Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules.

Excellent negotiation, communication and client care skills.

Ability to manage a caseload independently.

Commercially aware with a proactive and organised approach to case management.

Motivated to work within a target-driven environment

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary dependent on experience.

Uncapped bonus scheme.

High-quality claimant caseload from established referral channels.

Ongoing training and development, including support for lawyers retraining into OL/PL work.

Strong administrative and litigation support.

Hybrid working arrangements.

Clear opportunities for progression within a growing team

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on 0161 228 7770.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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