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At Watermans, we’re not set in our ways.
We strive to find the best and most efficient ways to help both our clients and our team, by making things as straightforward as possible. If you like the sound of this, you’re in the right place.
Personal Injury Solicitor Vacancy
The Short of it
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Personal Injury Solicitor to join our growing team! This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is keen to work on a variety of personal injury cases while developing your career within a small, supportive team.
At Watermans, we pride ourselves on being a modern, forward-thinking law firm, and this vacancy reflects our continued company growth.
As part of our employment package, we offer a collaborative office environment with flexible working options to enable you to balance work and life priorities.
Read more about the role and our ideal candidate below. If you would like to apply, please submit your application to [email protected].
We look forward to hearing from you!
How to apply?
About you
Applicants for the position of Personal Injury Solicitor must share our commitment to providing straightforward advice to our clients.
We welcome applications from candidates who;
- have been qualified and working for at least three years in a personal injury role, including handling cases relating to road traffic accidents, fatal accidents, accidents at work, medical negligence and product liability claims
- exhibit sound knowledge of the personal injury claims process, legislation and protocol
- have excellent communication and negotiation skills, to achieve favourable outcomes for our clients
- are highly organised and enjoy managing their own caseload
If this sounds like you, please send your application to [email protected] using the link below.
How to apply?
About the role
As a Personal Injury Solicitor at Watermans, you will be responsible for your own high-volume caseload. You will also be required to meet with clients and attend Court as necessary.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- managing your own varied caseload of personal injury claims, including but not limited to road traffic accidents, fatal accidents, accidents at work, product liability, and industrial illness claims
- efficient handling of cases from initial instruction through to settlement, including the preparation of court documents and use of the company’s case management system
- providing clear, straightforward legal advice to your clients
- conducting negotiations, liaising with insurers, experts and council, and appearing in court as required
- ensuring compliance with GDPR and Law Society of Scotland requirements, along with firm procedures
The salary for this role is competitive, and you will have access to the company bonus scheme and private healthcare. The position is full-time and is based in our Edinburgh office, however we can be flexible on location for the right candidate.
Please send your application to [email protected] using the link below.
We look forward to hearing from you!
How to apply?
Traineeships with Watermans
Applications for our 2025 Legal Traineeships have now closed.
We will be accepting applications for next year in January 2026!
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