At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage litigated claims from start to finish, ensuring successful outcomes for clients.
- Company: Respected law firm known for outstanding client service and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 23 days annual leave, and strong career development support.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic legal environment.
- Why this job: Join a thriving team and make a real difference in personal injury and group claims.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing litigated claimant files and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Litigation Executive – Personal Injury & Group Claims CRA Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a respected and expanding specialist law firm to recruit a
Litigation Executive to join its thriving Personal Injury and Group Claims team.
With an established reputation for acting on complex and high‑profile claimant matters, the firm is recognised for delivering outstanding client service across Personal Injury, Medical Negligence, Consumer Claims and Group Litigation.
Continued growth has created an exciting opportunity for an experienced litigation professional to become part of a collaborative team handling challenging and rewarding work.
This role is ideal for an experienced Fee Earner, Legal Executive or Litigation Executive looking to develop their expertise within a specialist claimant practice that offers genuine career progression and ongoing professional support.
The Role You’ll take responsibility for a varied caseload of litigated claims, managing files from the commencement of proceedings through to settlement or trial.
Working on a broad range of matters, you’ll play a key role in delivering successful outcomes for clients while ensuring claims are progressed efficiently and in accordance with court timetables.
Your workload will include a mix of: Personal Injury litigation.
Group litigation and collective actions.
Consumer disputes and other complex claimant litigation.
Key Responsibilities Managing litigated files throughout the life of the claim.
Reviewing liability, causation and quantum to develop effective litigation strategies.
Drafting pre-action correspondence, court proceedings and other key legal documentation.
Preparing Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim, Directions Questionnaires, Part 18 Requests and other procedural documents.
Instructing barristers and medical experts, reviewing expert evidence and advising clients accordingly.
Obtaining witness evidence and preparing detailed witness statements.
Assessing and valuing claims, including special damages.
Negotiating settlements and advising clients throughout the litigation process.
Ensuring compliance with court directions, procedural deadlines and internal quality standards.
Assisting with trial preparation and attending hearings where required.
About You We’re keen to hear from candidates with experience managing litigated claimant files who are looking to join a firm offering high-quality work and genuine opportunities for career development.
Qualifications Previous experience handling litigated personal injury or civil litigation claims.
Strong drafting, negotiation and case management skills.
Confidence managing your own caseload with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication and client care abilities.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
A proactive and collaborative approach to litigation.
Experience in
Group Litigation, Consumer Claims, Data Breach Litigation or Medical Negligence would be advantageous, although candidates with broader claimant litigation experience are also encouraged to apply.
Salary & Benefits In return, you’ll join a firm that is committed to investing in its people and supporting long-term career development.
Benefits Competitive salary based on experience. 23 days’ annual leave plus
Litigation Executive – Personal Injury & Group Claims in Chesterfield employer: CRA Consulting
CRA Consulting is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Sheffield where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee development and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 15% pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement, we empower our team to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking manufacturing business that values leadership and financial expertise.
