Defendant EL/PL Solicitor

Anakin Seal Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an EL / PL Solicitor for its Manchester office. The ideal candidate will have up to 3 years of experience in managing defendant personal injury claims and possess excellent communication and organisational skills. The role offers a salary up to £50,000 and a hybrid working model with a supportive team culture and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary up to £50,000

Hybrid working hours

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with up to 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience managing defendant personal injury claims, ideally in Employers’ Liability or disease-related cases.
• Ability to manage files independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of defendant personal injury claims.
• Work as part of a supportive team culture.
• Develop your career within a nationally recognised team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage files independently

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience managing defendant personal injury claims

Education

Qualified Solicitor with 0–3 years’ PQE

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Overview

A nationally recognised Major Injury & Casualty team is seeking an EL / PL Solicitor to join its Manchester office. The team handles a broad range of defendant personal injury claims, including Employers’ Liability, Public Liability, and Occupational Disease matters.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

• Qualified Solicitor with 0–3 years’ PQE
• Experience managing defendant personal injury claims, ideally EL / PL or disease-related
• Able to manage files independently and meet deadlines
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Whats On Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working with 1–2 days per week in the Manchester office
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Career progression and development opportunities within a nationally recognised team

Apply Now

If youre a motivated EL / PL Solicitor looking to develop your career within a supportive, high-performing team, apply today by submitting your CV.