Solicitor

CompanyHF

LocationSalford, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/9/2026

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Solicitors and lawyers

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£51,600 (£26.46 per hour)

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Description

Solicitor – Personal Injury

Salford, Media City

Hybrid working

Permanent

About HF

People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

About the team

We are looking for a newly qualified solicitor to join our RTA litigation team in a role that offers a strong balance of hands-on legal work and early leadership experience.

This position is ideal for someone who is ready to take ownership of a small caseload of litigated RTA liability matters while also contributing to the supervision and development of junior colleagues.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the operational performance of the team, ensuring high standards of technical delivery, and helping to shape a positive and productive working environment.

What you’ll be doing

Manage a small caseload of litigated RTA liability files, progressing matters from instruction through to resolution.
Support the leadership of the team by contributing to a positive, productive working environment and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to litigation executives, ensuring high-quality technical performance and compliance with supervision procedures.
Deliver training and mentoring to legal apprentices and junior team members, helping to build capability and confidence across the team.
Assist in the delivery of operational performance metrics, including revenue targets and timely billing.
Contribute to the effective service delivery for allocated clients, supporting consistent response times, escalation processes, and SLA compliance.
Participate in quality control processes, including case sampling and audit activity, to maintain high standards of file handling.

Engage with clients, insurers, and third parties professionally to maintain strong working relationships and deliver excellent service.

Support wider operational initiatives, including training, IT changes, and HR processes, as required.

What do I need?

Qualified solicitor (NQ–5 PQE) with a genuine interest in RTA litigation.
Strong understanding of liability issues in road traffic accident claims.
Previous management or coaching experience within a legal services environment is essential
Previous experience managing a litigated caseload to be able to guide and advise members of your team of best practice
Previous experience of attending court
The ability to display a pleasant, but assertive manner in dealing with colleagues and clients
Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft packages
An excellent eye for detail with a concern for quality and accuracy
A focused client service approach is essential
Team oriented and collaborative with a flexible, can do attitude
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
Demonstrable ability to multitask and prioritise a full workload under pressure and the ability to work independently

What’s in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

You’ll enjoy:

25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
Life Insurance & Income Protection
Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
Pension Scheme
Electric Car Scheme
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!

What next?

If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you!

Submit your CV here and we’ll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don’t have something right now, we’ll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of our talent pipeline.