EL / PL Litigation Executive

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Death in Service & Critical Illness

Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

Progression opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

William James Recruitment is assisting a well-established national law firm in Manchester to hire an EL/PL Litigation Executive. You will manage a fixed-fee caseload of Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims, within a hybrid working setup and a supportive team environment.

The role covers litigated and pre-litigated matters, with opportunities to develop technical expertise and progress within a collaborative practice that values client care and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a litigated EL/PL caseload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Confident liaising with solicitors and external stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong drafting skills for settlement documentation.
• Understanding of disclosure, CRU and medical evidence.
• Comfortable instructing Counsel and preparing matters for hearings.
• Good IT skills and experience with case management systems.
• Proactive, analytical and collaborative approach to case handling.
• Strong commitment to client care, quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Managing a delegated-authority EL/PL caseload from instruction to settlement.
• Handling litigated and pre-litigated matters, including PAD applications and Infant Approval Hearings.
• Drafting pleadings, Tomlin Orders and Consent Orders.
• Assessing liability, quantum and evidence to inform strategy.
• Instructing Counsel and experts; preparing for hearings and conferences.
• Negotiating settlements with opponents and external stakeholders.
• Managing disclosure, CRU, medical records and evidence collection.
• Supporting senior fee earners on complex matters.

Skills

Litigation management

Written & verbal communication

Liaising with solicitors

Prioritisation & deadlines

Drafting settlements

Case management systems

Analytical & proactive approach

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Employers' Liability / Public Liability Litigation Executive - Manchester - Hybrid - up to £35,000

A well-established national law firm is seeking an EL/PL Litigation Executive to join its growing team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EL/PL professional to take ownership of a delegated-authority, fixed-fee caseload of Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims, working closely with a strong portfolio of insurer clients.

As an EL/PL Litigation Executive in the Manchester team, you’ll manage a varied caseload covering both litigated and pre-litigated matters, with the opportunity to develop your technical expertise and take on increasingly complex and higher-value work. You’ll benefit from the support of experienced colleagues within a collaborative team, while playing an important role in delivering a high-quality service to clients.

The Role

• Managing a delegated-authority EL/PL caseload from initial instruction through to settlement
• Handling a varied mix of litigated and pre-litigated matters, including PAD applications and Infant Approval Hearings
• Drafting pleadings, legal documentation, Tomlin Orders and Consent Orders
• Assessing liability, quantum and evidence to inform case strategy
• Instructing Counsel and experts, preparing for hearings and attending conferences where required
• Negotiating settlements with opponents and other external stakeholders
• Managing disclosure, CRU, medical records and the collation of supporting evidence
• Supporting senior fee earners on complex and higher-value matters

The Candidate

• Previous experience managing a litigated EL/PL caseload
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident liaising with solicitors, witnesses and other external stakeholders
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong drafting skills, including experience preparing settlement documentation
• Good understanding of disclosure, CRU, medical evidence and case analysis
• Comfortable instructing Counsel and preparing matters for hearings
• Good IT skills with experience using case management systems
• Proactive, analytical and collaborative approach to case handling
• Strong commitment to client care, quality and compliance

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 3 days; increasing to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Death in Service and Critical Illness cover
• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
• Supportive working environment with clear opportunities for progression
• Strong training and ongoing development opportunities