Job description
Role: Personal Injury Fee Earner
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid
CRA Consulting is pleased to be partnering with a respected and expanding law firm to recruit an experienced Non-Qualified Fee Earner to join its established Personal Injury team.
This opportunity is ideal for a skilled fee earner or paralegal with a strong background in claimant personal injury litigation who is looking to further their career within a supportive, forward-thinking, and fast-paced legal environment.
The Role
Joining a well-regarded Personal Injury department, you will take ownership of a varied caseload of claimant matters, handling a mix of Employer's Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), and Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims. The successful candidate will benefit from exposure to high-quality work, ongoing support, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals in a collaborative team environment.
The firm is particularly interested in speaking with candidates who are comfortable managing both pre-litigated and litigated files and who demonstrate a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities
• Managing a caseload of EL, PL, and RTA claims from instruction through to settlement
• Handling both pre-litigated and litigated personal injury matters
• Assessing liability, causation, and quantum
• Preparing legal correspondence, witness statements, and court documentation
• Liaising with clients, insurers, medical experts, and other relevant parties
• Ensuring claims progress efficiently and in accordance with procedural deadlines
• Negotiating settlements and providing clear, practical advice to clients throughout the claims process
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal procedures
Candidate Profile
To be considered for this position, you should possess:
• Previous experience managing claimant personal injury files
• Proven experience handling EL, PL, and RTA claims
• A solid understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• The ability to manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong organisational skills and keen attention to detail
• A proactive, positive, and team-focused approach
What's on Offer
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Exposure to high-quality work within an established Personal Injury department
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and support