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Personal Injury Solicitor – East Sussex

Personal Injury Solicitor in East Sussex. Salary on offer: From £60,000. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

From £60,000

Compensation

East Sussex

Location

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Manage your own caseload of multi-track personal injury claims.

  • Assist senior colleagues with serious injury cases, including brain and spinal injuries and amputations.

  • Work closely with experienced practitioners on complex matters, gaining valuable technical knowledge.

  • Attend client meetings, including visits to homes and hospitals where required.

  • Contribute to the ongoing development of the team.

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1+ Years PQE up to a more senior level.

  • Strong experience handling personal injury matters.

  • Confident communicator with a considered approach to supporting clients through challenging circumstances.

  • Based in Sussex and able to travel for client visits.

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid working arrangements.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Private medical cover, life insurance and company pension.

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

  • Competitive annual leave allowance.

  • Clear opportunities for career progression, including a defined route to partnership.

  • Standard working hours of 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday.

  • Dog-friendly office days and regular team social events.

Why This Role

This role suits a personal injury fee earner looking to build on their existing experience, develop their involvement in serious injury work, and progress within a supportive, growing practice.

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Role Summary

Location

East Sussex

Salary

From £60,000

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — East Sussex

The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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