Civil Litigation & Personal Injury Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive (5+ PQE)

Plymouth, Devon | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + Bonus

Why This Role Stands Out

• Inherit an existing caseload and loyal client base
• No requirement for business development or marketing
• Genuine opportunity to shape and grow a litigation department
• Strong pipeline of civil litigation and personal injury work
• Hybrid working with flexibility
• Clear pathway to senior / leadership position
• Work with autonomy 

About the Firm

• Well-regarded Devon-based law firm with a strong regional presence
• Established reputation in civil litigation, personal injury and dispute resolution
• Supportive, collaborative and modern working culture
• Consistent flow of high-quality private client and commercial disputes work
• Long-term growth plans across the South West

The Role – Civil Litigation & Personal Injury Solicitor

You will manage a varied caseload of civil litigation and personal injury matters, handling files from instruction through to resolution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own litigation caseload independently
• Advising on fast-track, intermediate and multi-track claims
• Handling cases through negotiation, settlement or court proceedings
• Working closely with an established client base
• Supporting the development and future growth of the litigation team

Work will include: 

• Personal injury claims (RTA, EL/PL)
• Property litigation and boundary disputes
• Contentious probate / wills and estate disputes
• Professional negligence claims
• Debt recovery and enforcement matters
• Landlord and tenant disputes

Your Profile

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx)
• Ideally 5+ years’ PQE in civil litigation/dispute resolution
• Strong experience in personal injury and general litigation matters
• Ability to manage a full caseload with minimal supervision
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Ambition to progress into a leadership or team-building role

Salary & Benefits

• Highly competitive salary (DOE)
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to build and lead your own specialist litigation team
• Long-term career progression within a growing firm

Apply Now

This is a standout opportunity for a Civil Litigation Solicitor in Plymouth looking to take the next step into a more autonomous, senior role with real influence.

Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration or contact Paul Norman for a confidential discussion about this role and other Litigation Solicitor opportunities across Devon and the South West.

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