Serious Injury Associate

Minster Law

. Manage a portfolio of complex serious injury claims from inception through settlement .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeCardiff • United KingdomSeniorLead💰 £48,000 - £75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing serious injury claims with strong technical litigation skills and a proven ability to maximize settlement outcomes. Capable of mentoring colleagues and supporting business development initiatives while maintaining high legal and client-service standards.

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Qualified Solicitor Or Fellow Of CILEX8 Years PQEManaging Serious Injury ClaimsTechnical Litigation SkillsNegotiation And Stakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Managing Serious Injury ClaimsTechnical Litigation SkillsDrafting Witness StatementsAnalysing EvidenceCase Management Systems

Soft Skills

Client CareMentoring And CoachingOrganisational SkillsAttention To DetailProactive Approach

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualified SolicitorFellow Of CILEX

Industry Keywords

Personal InjurySerious Injury ClaimsAPILHeadwaySIA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of complex serious injury claims from inception through settlement
Act as a technical expert within the chosen specialism
Deliver exceptional client care to people with traumatic and life-changing injuries
Build client relationships through regular communication and face-to-face meetings
Collaborate with medical professionals, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants and Counsel
Analyse evidence and advise on liability, causation and quantum
Draft witness statements, pleadings and schedules of loss
Secure early rehabilitation and interim payments where appropriate
Maximise settlement outcomes for clients
Support department strategy, growth initiatives and business development
Raise the Serious Injury team’s profile through industry engagement, article writing and client testimonials
Mentor, coach and develop colleagues
Conduct technical reviews, case reviews and regular one-to-one meetings
Support best-practice implementation, new processes and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX with a minimum of 8 years PQE, or equivalent experience and ability to recover Grade A rates
Extensive experience managing serious injury claims as a lead fee earner
Strong technical litigation skills and knowledge of court procedures
Proven ability to manage high-value and complex claimant personal injury matters
Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting colleague development
Strong professional profile within the Personal Injury sector
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high legal and client-service standards
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience desirable
Performance management and coaching experience desirable
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Experience with case management systems, Microsoft Word and Excel
Business development experience and established professional network
Connections with APIL, Headway, SIA or similar industry bodies desirable
Proactive, resilient and positive approach to challenges and change

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative culture
Opportunities to contribute to business growth and strategy
High-quality, complex and rewarding casework
Equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer