Overview

A distinguished opportunity is available for a Casualty Injury Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join the Insurance Disputes team of a nationally recognised law firm in Birmingham. The role involves managing a sophisticated caseload, including Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims (including complex Multi Track matters), and supporting senior colleagues on high-value catastrophic injury cases. The firm works with a broad client base, from direct corporate entities to commercial insurers and third-party administrators, offering flexible working arrangements and a competitive remuneration package with a comprehensive benefits suite.

What you\'ll do

In the capacity of Casualty Injury Solicitor within this preeminent Insurance Disputes team based in Birmingham, you will:

• Independently manage a caseload comprising Employers’ Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) claims, including complex Multi Track matters that require meticulous attention to detail and strategic acumen.
• Assist senior fee earners in the conduct of high-value catastrophic injury claims arising predominantly from industrial accidents.
• Collaborate with clients such as direct corporate entities, commercial insurers, and third-party administrators acting for Underwriters, ensuring professional and diligent representation.
• Participate in business development initiatives by delivering client seminars and engaging in team marketing events.
• Provide guidance and direction to colleagues within the team to ensure agreed strategies and interim objectives are realized efficiently.
• Exercise sound judgment in case management, including time management, file maintenance, and preparation of management information for insurer clients.
• Draft precise and articulate legal documents tailored for internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Ensure compliance with insurer client SLAs, reporting formats, and regulatory requirements relevant to the insurance disputes sector.

What you bring

To excel as a Casualty Injury Solicitor within this distinguished Insurance Disputes team, you will bring:

• A minimum of five years’ experience managing personal injury claims and litigation within a reputable law firm or insurance disputes context.
• Demonstrated capability to independently oversee a caseload involving EL and PL claims, including complex Multi Track matters.
• Experience supporting Partner-level fee earners on substantial or intricate cases.
• Exemplary advocacy skills and superior written English for drafting legal documents for internal and external audiences.
• Understanding of insurer client SLAs, reporting protocols, management information preparation, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in legal research using online resources to ground advice in current jurisprudence.
• Effective project management abilities to guide colleagues toward agreed strategies while upholding high standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence, build client relationships, and foster team collaboration.
• Sound judgment with initiative to respond to evolving circumstances while focusing on desired outcomes.

What sets this company apart

This organisation stands as one of the United Kingdom’s top 50 law firms and is recognised for its people-centric values. It has been named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and holds Platinum Investors in People status. The firm emphasizes ambition tempered by openness, care underpinned by collaboration, and offers flexible working arrangements along with comprehensive training programmes. The culture is inclusive, with a commitment to workplace adjustments to support employees in achieving their personal and professional goals.

How to apply / Contact

For more information about this Casualty Injury Solicitor role or similar roles in the West Midlands, please contact Nisha Jassi on +441212602562 or Nisha.Jassi@RobertWalters.com.

About the job

Contract Type: Permanent

Specialism: Legal

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 per annum

Job Reference: 622OYP-E9752734

Date posted: 15 September 2025

Consultant: Jack Sheehan