Location: Glasgow City Centre (hybrid office/home working)
Hours: Full time (35 hours), permanent
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
Reports to: Partner
The Role
We are currently seeking a Solicitor to join our Road Traffic Personal Injury Team in Glasgow. We will also consider second‑year trainee solicitors looking to assign the remainder of their traineeship.
The successful candidate will be involved in handling a varied caseload of road traffic accident personal injury claims, covering a broad range of injury types and liability disputes. The role offers strong exposure to litigation‑based personal injury work, with opportunities to draft, raise and progress court actions through to resolution, all with appropriate supervision and support.
This opportunity would suit an NQ or junior solicitor (up to 3 years’ PQE), or a second‑year trainee, who is keen to develop their litigation, advocacy and client‑care skills within a supportive and collaborative team environment. There is clear scope for development and career progression within the team, with responsibility increasing as experience and confidence grows.
About Us
Jackson Boyd is a leading litigation firm specialising in Personal Injury, Medical Negligence, Dispute Resolution and Employment Law, and is ranked by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.
We are committed to providing a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment. We hold Gold Accreditation from Investors in People and the Investors in Young People Good Practice Award.
Based in contemporary offices in the centre of Glasgow, we offer flexible and remote working opportunities and operate a “dress for your day” policy, reflecting a modern and pragmatic approach to work.
Our approach combines the highest level of legal expertise with genuine care and compassion. From over 2,000 Trustpilot reviews, 99% of our clients rate our service as “Excellent” or “Great”.
Key Responsibilities
Under supervision appropriate to experience, the successful candidate will:
- Manage a caseload of road traffic accident personal injury claims
- Deal with claims involving a range of injuries and liability disputes
- Draft, raise and progress court actions through the Sheriff Court
- Assist with and conduct settlement negotiations
- Appear at a range of court hearings as appropriate, including case management hearings, options hearings and proofs
- Develop advocacy and litigation skills through court appearances and preparation
- Work collaboratively with colleagues on more complex matters
- Keep up to date with developments in personal injury law and firm‑wide services
Skills and Experience Required
- Qualified solicitor (including NQ) with up to 3 years’ PQE, or a second‑year trainee seeking to reassign
- Interest in personal injury litigation, particularly road traffic accident claims
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to develop advocacy, drafting and court‑based skills
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage time and workload effectively
- Proactive, motivated and keen to learn
- Good IT skills and ability to use online legal resources
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team
- Commitment to delivering a high standard of client care
What You Can Expect from Us
- Competitive salary based on skills and experience
- Annual bonus scheme and holiday bonus scheme
- Option to buy additional holidays
- Company pension and life assurance
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay provision
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- “Dress for your day” policy
- Clear scope for development and career progression within a supportive team
- Training and ongoing professional development
- Employee assistance programme
- On‑site gym facilities
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please send an up‑to‑date CV along with a covering letter to:
If you would like an informal and confidential discussion about the role before applying — particularly if you are a trainee considering reassignment — please feel free to get in touch using the same contact details. We would be happy to speak with you.
