Serious Injury Claims Associate (Fully remote available) in Wakefield - Michael Page Legal

An established and reputable personal injury practice is seeking an experienced Serious Injury Associate to handle a high-value, complex caseload involving life-changing injuries. This position sits within a specialist serious injury team, working with clients who have suffered traumatic events and require exceptional levels of support, care, and expertise.

You will be able to work in a London hub or fully remote.

Client Details

You will independently manage a caseload of serious injury claims typically valued between £150,000 and £5 million+, predominantly arising from road traffic accidents. Alongside fee-earning responsibilities, you will also provide mentorship to colleagues and contribute to the continued growth and strategic development of the department.

Description

• Manage and progress your own caseload of complex, high-value serious injury claims.
• Deliver outstanding client care, maintaining strong and empathetic relationships through regular communication and meetings.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary experts including medical specialists, case managers, architects, forensic accountants, and counsel.
• Draft high-quality legal documentation such as witness statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss.
• Secure early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation support for clients.
• Lead and mentor members of the client case team, conducting reviews, providing guidance, and supporting their development.
• Support the implementation of new processes and best practice across the team.
• Actively engage in business development activities, including writing articles, reporting cases, and representing the department within relevant industry organisations (e.g., APIL, Headway, SIA).
• Drive case progression while meeting KPIs relating to client care, team performance, fee income, and recoveries.

Profile

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEx Fellow with approx. 8+ years PQE or equivalent demonstrable expertise.
• Proven experience handling high-value serious injury cases as lead fee earner.
• Strong technical litigation skills and excellent knowledge of court procedures.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues; a collaborative team player and role model.
• Demonstrable commitment to delivering exceptional client care.
• Strong professional reputation with experience raising organisational profile within the personal injury sector.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment while maintaining high standards.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £72,000 to £88,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Fully remote available.
• Comprehensive benefits package