Job Description

Pre-Litigation Assistant

Application Deadline: 10 April 2026

Department: Personal Injury

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Birmingham

Compensation: £27,625 / year

Ready to take the next step in your legal career?
Join a team where your analytical skills, attention to detail, and passion for helping people truly matter. As a Personal Injury Pre‑Litigation Assistant, you’ll play a key role in preparing accident claims (RTA, EL, PL) for litigation — building strong cases, supporting union members, and helping clients move forward after life‑changing events.

This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, loves problem‑solving, and wants to develop real expertise in personal injury law.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Investigating and gathering evidence to determine whether cases should proceed to litigation.
• Preparing files for issue, including assessing merits, obtaining liability evidence, securing medical reports, and instructing experts.
• Managing a high‑volume caseload with accuracy, organisation, and confidence.
• Taking clear, detailed instructions from clients, witnesses, experts, and union partners.
• Making informed decisions under supervision, using sound judgment and strong analytical skills.
• Working efficiently within a KPI framework and recording time accurately.
• Using a case management system to produce your own work and stay fully self‑sufficient.

About You

You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:

• 1–2 years’ experience in a legal environment.
• Strong client‑care skills and confidence communicating by phone or in person.
• Knowledge of PI law, Pre‑Action Protocols, CPR, and funding (or the ability to learn quickly).
• The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and manage a busy caseload.
• Excellent drafting, numeracy, and written communication skills.

What we offer you

We don’t just offer a job—we offer a career with purpose, support, and balance. Our benefits are designed to reward your expertise and support your wellbeing.

• Contributory pension scheme
• 23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)
• 5 days additional leave over Christmas
• Permanent health insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan (MediCash)
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Organised sports and social club
• Annual travel and parking loans
• Financial assistance for professional development

Apply today!