EL/PL Lawyer

HarKaye Core Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HarKaye Core Talent in South Manchester is seeking an experienced Personal Injury lawyer to join a friendly, high-street firm environment. You will manage your own varied caseload of non-motor personal injury matters, including EL, PL, Highways Act, and Product Liability, with some RTA work possible.

The role offers a supportive culture, clear opportunities for long-term progression, and a chance to develop junior colleagues within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Fee Earner.
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing a predominantly non-motor personal injury caseload.
• Proven track record of working towards performance targets.
• Willing to support development of junior colleagues and training.

Responsibilities

• Manage own varied caseload of non-motor personal injury matters.
• Handle EL, PL, Highways Act, Product Liability and other non-motor claims.
• Some higher-value RTA work may arise, but not essential.
• Provide supervision and contribute to the wider team when appropriate.

Skills

Non-motor personal injury

Caseload management

Target achievement

Collaborative work

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Personal Injury Lawyer

South Manchester

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded high street law firm with a reputation for providing excellent client service within a friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Personal Injury lawyer to join a growing team that genuinely values its people and offers clear opportunities for long-term career progression and development.

The Role

The successful candidate will manage their own varied caseload, predominantly consisting of non-motor personal injury matters, including:

• Employers' Liability (EL)
• Public Liability (PL)
• Highways Act claims
• Product Liability claims
• Other non-motor personal injury matters

Whilst there will be some higher-value Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims, previous RTA experience is not essential for this position.

The caseload will involve dealing with claim values ranging from lower-value Fast Track cases through to substantial Multi-Track litigation.

The firm provides ongoing supervision and support, but the successful candidate will be expected to handle routine matters with a high degree of autonomy while contributing positively to the wider team.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally:

• Be a qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Fee Earners..
• Have a minimum of 3 years' experience managing a predominantly non-motor personal injury caseload.
• Have a proven track record of working towards and achieving performance targets.
• Be keen to play an active role within a collaborative non-motor claims team.
• Have a willingness to support the development of junior colleagues, including assisting with training and providing guidance on less complex matters where appropriate.

What's on Offer?

• A welcoming and friendly team environment.
• A respected high street firm with a strong local reputation.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Varied and interesting caseload of claimant personal injury work.
• Supportive management and ongoing professional development.
• The opportunity to become a valued member of a close-knit and collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious personal injury lawyer looking to join a firm where they can further develop their career whilst enjoying a positive and supportive working culture.