Assistant Solicitor / Legal...

Clayton Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Manchester is seeking an Assistant Solicitor to join their Civil Liberties team, focusing on high-profile cases related to the Post Office Horizon IT scandal. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements, with a focus on career development and a supportive environment. Ideal candidates should be qualified and detail-oriented, eager to contribute to significant legal work while developing their professional skills.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and excellent drafting skills.
• Experience in claim quantification and forensic loss work.
• Ability to scrutinise and fact-check evidence methodically.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior fee earners with managing civil actions.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and other parties.
• Draft letters of claim, witness statements, and legal documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent drafting skills

Organizational skills

Client care skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Assistant Solicitor / Legal Executive / Litigation Executive (Grade C or above)

Civil Liberties Department – Post Office Team

Manchester

Salary – Highly Competitive

About the Role

My client is looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Litigation Executive (Grade C or above) to join a nationally recognised Civil Liberties team. You will be working on one of the most important legal cases in recent history – representing clients in civil claims arising from the Post Office Horizon IT scandal.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced senior fee earners on high‑profile and complex litigation, contributing to one of the biggest miscarriages of justice cases in the UK. You will be supported, developed, and encouraged to progress while gaining exposure to work that is both challenging and rewarding.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting senior fee earners with managing civil actions from start to finish.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, defendants, and other parties.
• Reviewing and organising documentation and evidence.
• Supporting the preparation of complex schedules of loss and forensic loss analysis.
• Helping obtain, review, and interpret expert medical and accountancy evidence.
• Progressing cases efficiently within legal frameworks while maintaining client confidence.
• Drafting letters of claim, witness statements, and other legal documents.
• Contributing to the development of junior colleagues in the team.
• Upholding departmental protocols, internal procedures, and compliance standards.
• Supporting business development and promoting the department’s work.

What They’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation Executive (Grade C or above).
• Strong attention to detail and excellent drafting skills.
• Experience in claim quantification, forensic loss work, and preparing complex schedules of loss.
• Knowledge or willingness to develop expertise in Post Office Horizon claims.
• Ability to scrutinise and fact‑check evidence with a methodical approach.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Outstanding client care skills, with sensitivity towards vulnerable clients.
• Litigation experience is desirable but not essential.
• A proactive and positive attitude, with a genuine interest in career development and progression.

What’s on Offer

• Highly competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives.
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave policies.
• Life insurance and referral programme.
• Supportive, approachable, and collaborative working environment.
• Clear commitment to professional development and career progression.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist team at the forefront of a nationally significant legal case. You’ll work on life‑changing claims alongside leading experts in the field, in a firm that genuinely values its people, clients, and community.