EL / PL Litigation Executive

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Litigation Executive to join its growing personal injury department in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload of Employers Liability and Public Liability cases, from initial instructions through to settlements. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen eye for detail. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits including private medical insurance and a company pension, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Health Cash Plan

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Experience handling EL/PL caseloads and managing deadlines.
• Strong legal skills with attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload, advising on liability and quantum.
• Run cases from initial instruction to settlement offers.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Case management

Legal research

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership skills

Job description

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EL / PL Litigation Executive, manchester

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Client:

William James Recruitment

Location:

manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Role

Due to the development and continued growth of the firm’s personal injury EL / PL department, it is now seeking to appoint a Litigation Executive who will be accountable for managing your own caseload advising on liability and quantum on fast track cases.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling litigated cases involving Employers liability/Public liability.

You will be running the cases from initial instruction to include witness statements, reviewing complex disclosure, instructing counsel, attending conferences and trials, considering quantum and making offers of settlement.

The Candidate

• Paralegal with experience of handling an EL / PL caseload
• Ability to work to deadlines, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Strong legal and leadership skills with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and effective communication with team members and clients
• Understanding of case law and litigation practice as well as SRA Standards & Regulations

The Benefits

• Competitive basic salary - up to £35,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday a year
• Private medical insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Company Pension

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant INDAF