PERSONAL INJURY SOLICITOR
- Recruiter
- Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd
- Location
- Manchester
- Salary
- competitive
- Posted
- 05 Jan 2017
- Closes
- 20 Jan 2017
- Ref
- JHS24539
- Contact
- Jake Hayden Smith
- Job Title
- Solicitor
- Practice Area
- Personal Injury, Personal Injury / Medical Negligence
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Legal 500-rated Personal Injury department seeking a dynamic Solicitor in Manchester.
A relative newcomer to the legal market, our client is a full-service practice which has expanded at an impressive rate, now settled comfortably within the Legal 200 rankings. Noted for their expertise in a wide range of sectors, they are highly commended in both the Legal 500 and Chambers directories. With partner-led departments and a team of dedicated lawyers they have built an impressive client base. Offering a friendly and professional work environment, they invest in their staff with excellent career progression prospects on offer.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and driven Personal Injury Solicitor to join our clients’ leading practice in Manchester. Working as part of a specialist team which includes a number of the firm’s partners and named experts in the field; the successful Solicitor will manage a claimant caseload with a bias towards cycling accidents. First class negotiation and drafting skills in addition to the ability to build strong working relationships with clients and external professionals are essential for the position.
In return, our client offers a competitive salary package and an excellent work-life balance in addition to the opportunity to work within a leading UK firm.
The Candidate
You must be a qualified Solicitor from NQ – 7 years’ PQE gained within a highly regarded Personal Injury department.
You must have excellent technical and client care skills.
Excellent academics with at least a 2:1 at degree level are essential.
You will be highly organised and able to manage a demanding, claimant-based caseload with minimal supervision.
Particular experience in cycling-related accidents would be highly advantageous.
You will have an aptitude for business development.
PERSONAL INJURY SOLICITOR