NQ Solicitor - Personal Injury

Edinburgh – £35,000 - £40,000

Title: NQ Solicitor - Personal Injury
Location: Edinburgh
Salary:
£38,000 - £40,000 

This well-established firm offers a market-leading accident management and legal claims service, supporting clients through all aspects of personal injury claims. Due to continued growth, the team is seeking a Junior Solicitor to join their Edinburgh office. The role involves working on a range of civil litigation matters including road traffic accidents, employer liability, and public liability claims. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive legal team with a strong client base and structured support.

The ideal candidate will be a Newly Qualified Solicitor with an interest in personal injury or civil litigation. You’ll be responsible for managing your own caseload, gathering evidence, advising clients, and progressing claims to maximise recovery. Strong client care, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently within service level agreements are essential. You should also be comfortable working in a compliance-driven environment and reporting any issues proactively.

In return, the firm offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays and birthday leave), bonus holidays for full attendance, and additional leave for long service. Staff also benefit from a pension scheme, death in service insurance, funded training and development opportunities, and employee wellbeing support including flu jabs, an eyecare scheme, and a confidential helpline. The working culture promotes career progression, professional support, and regular team events.

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Callum Richmond

Associate Recruitment Consultant
0203 854 9980

callum.richmond@douglas-scott.co.uk

Callum Richmond is an Associate Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, where he has been part of the team for nearly a year. Originally from Livingston, Scotland, Callum moved to Manchester in 2022 after completing his Bachelor's degree in International Business with Marketing at Heriot Watt University. Before joining Douglas Scott, he gained valuable experience working as an Account Manager in the tech industry for a year. Specialising in the North West market, with a particular focus on Scotland and Newcastle, Callum works closely with private practice firms to accelerate careers and help firms meet their recruitment goals. Outside of work, he enjoys running, travelling, and exploring good food.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Clinical Negligence
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Edinburgh
  • Reference: 1229427

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