Serious Injury Associate

Minster Law

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

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeWakefield • 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 a strong focus on client care and exceptional legal outcomes. Proven ability to mentor colleagues and engage with industry bodies to enhance professional profile and business development.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Qualified Solicitor Or Fellow Of CILEXExtensive Experience Managing Serious Injury ClaimsStrong Technical Litigation SkillsExcellent Negotiation And Stakeholder Management SkillsBusiness Development Experience

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Hard Skills

Managing Serious Injury ClaimsTechnical Litigation SkillsDrafting Witness StatementsAnalysing EvidenceRecovering Grade A RatesPerformance ManagementCoaching And MentoringCase Management SystemsCourt ProceduresAttention To Detail

Soft Skills

Exceptional Client CareStrong Organisational SkillsProactive ApproachResiliencePositive Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelCase Management Systems

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 a chosen specialism
Deliver exceptional client care to people with traumatic and life-changing injuries
Build strong relationships through regular client communication and face-to-face meetings
Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts, including 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 sound knowledge of court procedures
Proven ability to manage high-value and complex claimant personal injury matters
Passion for delivering exceptional client care
Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting colleague development
Strong professional profile within the Personal Injury sector
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of legal work and client service
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
Performance management and coaching experience
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Experience using case management systems, Microsoft Word and Excel
Business development experience and established professional network
Connections with APIL, Headway, SIA or similar industry bodies
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