Solicitor - Major Injury & Casualty PQE

Position: Solicitor - Major Injury & Casualty 2+ Years PQE
Reference:  - Major Injury & Casualty - Bristol - 2+ Years PQE

Location:

Bristol Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid working available)
Salary: 55,000 - 75,000 (dependent on experience)
A leading global law firm is seeking a Solicitor to join its renowned Major Injury & Casualty team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value defendant personal injury matters, acting for well-known insurers and household names. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers you to achieve your full potential.

The Role You'll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of catastrophic and major injury claims, including:

Defendant catastrophic injury, Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), and Road Traffic Accident (RTA) matters

Drafting pleadings, preparing client reports, and attending court hearings

Conducting liability investigations, gathering evidence, and instructing experts

Managing complex medical causation issues

Prioritising work effectively to meet court deadlines and client service level agreements

Building strong internal and external relationships to maintain and grow client networks

Providing guidance and support to junior team members

Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:2+ years PQE in defendant personal injury work Technical expertise and genuine interest in EL, PL, RTA, or catastrophic injury claims

Experience handling high-value files (either independently or assisting senior colleagues)
Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a commercial environment

Organised, proactive, and confident in managing complex matters

Benefits

The firm offers:

A collaborative and inclusive culture

Hybrid working arrangements (mix of office and home working)
Clear career progression pathways

Recognition for high-quality work and client service

Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed Email:
/ This employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
* At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*