Newly Qualified Solicitor – Personal & Medical Injury Bighton

About the Role:
Our client, a leading law firm specialising in Personal and Medical Injury claims, is seeking a motivated and ambitious Newly Qualified (NQ) Solicitor to join their highly regarded Personal and Medical Injury team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners ranked team, gaining invaluable experience in personal injury and clinical negligence law.

You will manage a mix of high-value and complex claimant-only cases while benefiting from ongoing training and support. This role offers the chance to work alongside industry leaders, expand your legal knowledge, and develop your career in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of personal injury and clinical negligence claims, including smaller cases independently and high-value, complex cases with senior oversight.
• Provide legal advice to clients who have experienced harm due to medical malpractice or other personal injuries.
• Assist in inquest work and Human Rights Act claims as part of your caseload.
• Draft and negotiate legal documents, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, demonstrating empathy and professionalism.
• Support partners and senior fee earners on significant cases, gaining exposure to complex legal matters.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives to enhance the team’s profile.
• Mentor junior team members, supporting their growth and development.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Newly Qualified Solicitor with a valid practising certificate (or due to qualify soon).
• Demonstrable experience in personal injury or clinical negligence law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of handling a varied and demanding caseload.
• A client-focused approach, with the ability to empathise and deliver outstanding service.
• Collaborative team player who can also demonstrate initiative and independence when required.
• Flexibility to travel within the South-East region to visit clients in their homes or hospitals.

What’s on Offer:
Our client values their employees and is committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance. Their competitive benefits package includes:

• Competitive annual leave entitlement
• Private medical cash plan
• Life insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Working hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday

Apply below or contact Gemma at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible, quoting Ref: GD 58912

Solicitor Vacancies Law Lawyer Jobs Reference GD 58912 Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency. Please note: our advertisements may use PQE levels purely as a guide, however we would be happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills needed to perform the role.