NQ Personal Injury Solicitor (Defendant)

  • Simpson Judge
  • Bradford, Yorkshire
  • Jan 08, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

NQ Personal Injury Solicitor (Defendant)
Location: Bradford
Firm: Legal 500-recognised
Salary: Competitive, DOE

A Legal 500-ranked law firm in Bradford is seeking a Newly Qualified Personal Injury Solicitor to join its well-established defendant personal injury team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ solicitor to build a strong foundation in defendant PI work within a highly regarded team, gaining exposure to a varied and high-quality caseload with a particular focus on Employer's Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) matters.

The Role
You will work as part of a supportive and experienced team, handling a diverse defendant PI caseload, including:

  • Employer's Liability (EL) claims

  • Public Liability (PL) claims

  • Pre-litigation and litigated matters

  • Liability and quantum assessment

  • Instructing counsel and experts

  • Working closely with insurer clients

You will receive hands-on training, close supervision, and clear development pathways.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Newly Qualified Solicitor (or qualifying imminently)

  • Experience in defendant PI, EL/PL, or insurance litigation gained during training

  • Strong drafting, analytical, and organisational skills

  • Commercial awareness and a client-focused mindset

  • Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to develop within defendant PI

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a Legal 500-recognised team

  • High-quality defendant EL and PL work

  • Excellent training and mentoring at NQ level

  • Clear long-term progression prospects

  • Supportive and collegiate working environment

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Stan Wilson at Simpson Judge on (phone number removed) or email .

All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.