Personal Injury Fee Earner - CRA Consulting : Job Details

Personal Injury Fee Earner - RTA/ELPL ClaimsLocation: Sheffield, South YorkshireJob Type: Full-time | PermanentSalary: £25,000 - £28,000

Are you a personal injury specialist looking to work with a reputable, well-established firm that offers flexibility, career progression, and a supportive working environment? We're recruiting on behalf of a national law firm with a strong presence in Sheffield. The firm is known for its commitment to excellence in client service and for creating a collaborative and rewarding culture for its people. This opportunity is ideal for a legal professional experienced in RTA, employer liability (EL), and/or public liability (PL) claims who is looking to grow their career within a respected personal injury team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing your own caseload of personal injury matters, primarily road traffic accidents and/or EL/PL claims, depending on your experience
• Reviewing liability and making settlement recommendations following portal exit
• Assessing and interpreting evidence including witness statements to determine next steps
• Engaging in negotiations with defendants or their representatives to achieve fair outcomes
• Preparing cases for litigation when required, ensuring procedural compliance and case readiness

What's in it for You:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life insurance
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Regular salary reviews and progression opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Flexibility in working arrangements
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Active social events calendar

Who We're Looking For:

• A personal injury legal professional (Paralegal, Fee Earner or Solicitor) with experience in RTA and/or EL/PL cases
• Confident handling a caseload independently from instruction to settlement/litigation
• Skilled in negotiation, analysis of liability, and case strategy
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

About the Firm:

• This national law firm has a solid reputation in the personal injury sector, offering legal services across a broad client base. Their Sheffield office is home to a high-performing PI team with an excellent track record and a focus on client-first outcomes. The firm fosters a culture of development, inclusion, and flexibility, making it an excellent place to build a lasting career.

About CRA Legal:

• CRA Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency working with law firms across the UK. We partner with firms of all sizes, from local practices to international organisations, helping professionals at every stage of their legal career. Learn more at www.craconsultants.com.

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
• This Personal Injury Fee Earner - RTA/ELPL Claims vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.