Personal Injury Solicitor

A strong opportunity has arisen for a Personal Injury Solicitor to join a well-regarded Scottish law firm at a continued growth point in its development. This hire is driven by increasing volumes of high-quality personal injury instructions, allowing the successful individual to manage their own caseload, deliver excellent client outcomes, and progress within a supportive team structure.

The Opportunity

You will join the firm’s Personal Injury team, handling a varied caseload of pre-litigation and litigated claims. The role offers responsibility appropriate to experience, with supervision and support from senior solicitors and partners, and clear scope for development.

Why Join?

• Continued investment in the Personal Injury practice due to sustained client demand
• Opportunity to work on quality cases with a strong referral pipeline
• Supportive, team-led environment with realistic caseloads
• Clear progression and long-term career development within an established firm

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of personal injury claims from inception to settlement or proof
• Handle pre-litigation and litigated matters in the Sheriff Court and/or Court of Session
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and legal documentation
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients’ interests effectively
• Liaise with clients, medical experts, insurers, and counsel
• Ensure compliance with procedural rules, timescales, and case management standards

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in Scotland (NQ–Senior Associate level considered)
• Experience in personal injury litigation or pre-litigation claims
• Strong technical, organisational, and negotiation skills
• Confident client-facing manner with a focus on service and outcomes
• Ability to manage workload independently while contributing to a team

Next Steps

For a confidential discussion on this opportunity, please get in touch with our Consultant on the below information or click the “Apply” link on this page:

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This search assignment forms part of a wider portfolio of Personal Injury talent acquisition mandates we are advising on across Scotland, many of which are never advertised.

Oculus Legal Group works closely with leading law firms through our longstanding relationships on strategic hires where discretion, timing and market insight are critical. If you’d value a confidential conversation to explore the market, understand upcoming opportunities or simply value support around you career plans, please do get in touch with our Consultant on the above contact information.