Solicitor - Personal Injury

Leeds – £40,000 - £65,000

Team Leader - Personal Injury & Motor Litigation
Location: Leeds (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor to join a leading Personal Injury and Motor Litigation department as a Team Leader. This role offers a blend of strategic leadership, operational management, and technical expertise — ideal for an experienced litigator looking to take the next step in their career.

The Role
Reporting to the Head of Operational Performance & Strategy, you'll lead a team of Solicitors, Legal Executives, and Paralegals in delivering high-quality outcomes across all non-portal personal injury and motor-related litigation. You'll play a key role in ensuring the team operates efficiently, profitably, and with outstanding client service.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of legal professionals handling personal injury and motor litigation cases.
• Drive performance by setting and achieving operational and financial targets.
• Oversee resource allocation and manage team workloads to meet business and budgetary goals.
• Ensure adherence to processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Deliver expert, ethical, and pragmatic legal advice to clients.
• Monitor client satisfaction and complaints, using insights to drive service enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and risk management frameworks.
• Foster a high-performance, positive culture aligned with company values.
• Collaborate effectively across departments and external stakeholders.
• Support training and professional development to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.

 
About you:

• Qualified Solicitor.
• Proven experience handling personal injury claims.
• Strong leadership and team management background within a legal setting.
• Excellent understanding of personal injury law and litigation processes.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and client-focused.

Working pattern:

• 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday).
• Hybrid: 3 days from home / 2 days in the Bromley or Leeds office.  

Benefits:

• 9% employer pension contribution.
• Up to 10% annual performance bonus.
• 50% discount on home, motor, and pet insurance plus free breakdown cover.
• Optional health and dental insurance.
• Electric Vehicle car scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Share purchase scheme.
• Employee discounts and cashback offers.
• Comprehensive wellbeing and work-life balance support.

This an outstanding opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused organisation where your leadership and expertise will directly influence operational success and client experience. You'll enjoy flexibility, development, and a supportive culture that values your contribution.
 
Please apply within or send your CV to rio@douglas-scott.co.uk