Catastrophic Injury Solicitor in Manchester

Associate – Catastrophic Injury – Birmingham | Manchester | Bristol

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate to join a highly regarded Catastrophic Injury team in either Birmingham, Manchester and Bristol, working on a broad range of complex and high-value personal injury claims.

Working alongside experienced Partners and senior lawyers, you will manage and assist with a varied caseload, including catastrophic injury, brain and spinal injury, motor, employer's liability (EL), public liability (PL), chronic pain, and sports-related concussion claims. The role involves both pre-litigation and litigated matters, with some cases attracting national media attention.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise within a supportive and collaborative team, handling challenging, high-profile work for a diverse client base that includes major insurers and corporate organisations.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise within a supportive and collaborative team, handling challenging, high-profile work for a diverse client base that includes major insurers and corporate organisations developments.

• Manage and assist with a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims.
• Handle both litigated and pre-litigation matters.
• Draft legal documents, review evidence, and support case strategy.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, experts, insurers, and other stakeholders.
• Negotiate settlements where appropriate.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to business development activities.
• Work closely with Partners and senior colleagues on high-value and sensitive cases.
• Exposure to high-value and complex catastrophic injury work.
• A supportive team environment with excellent mentoring and career development.
• The opportunity to work alongside recognised specialists on challenging and high-profile cases.
• A collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and long-term career progression.

Requirements

• At least 2 years' PQE as a UK Qualified Solicitor or be CILEX qualified with relevant experience.
• Previous experience in catastrophic injury defence litigation.
• Strong litigation, negotiation, and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within a team.

We practise a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.