Complex Injury Associate

Job description

The Role

Catastrophic Injury Associate – Southampton – Hybrid – Up to £53,000

A leading defendant insurance law firm is seeking an experienced Complex Injury Associate to join its specialist team in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value personal injury claims, acting on behalf of major insurer clients while benefiting from the support of a highly regarded national practice.

As a Complex Injury Associate in Southampton, you will manage a varied caseload of serious injury matters, including claims involving life-changing injuries, while working closely with senior lawyers and partners on technically challenging and high-profile cases.

The Role

• Managing a caseload of complex injury and large loss claims from inception to resolution

• Handling matters involving serious and complex injuries, including multi-million-pound claims

• Conducting liability, causation and quantum investigations

• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation

• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other stakeholders

• Developing and implementing case strategies to achieve the best outcomes

• Attending conferences, mediations and court hearings where required

• Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on complex litigation

• Ensuring compliance with client service standards and court deadlines

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Litigation Executive

• Strong experience handling catastrophic injury, large loss or complex personal injury matters

• Proven understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules

• Experience dealing with insurer clients is advantageous

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent drafting and communication abilities

• Able to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively

• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to case handling

• Team player who can also work independently

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Competitive salary up to £53,000 dependent on experience

• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increases to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service

• Company Pension

• Hybrid working

• Private medical insurance

• Death in Service / Critical Illness cover

• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers

• Supportive working environment with clear progression

• Strong training and development opportunities

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.

Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407

Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English