EL/PL Litigation Executive

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £35,000

25 days plus 8 bank holidays

Company Pension

Death in Service / Critical Illness cover

Access to retail discounts

Strong training and development opportunities

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an EL/PL Litigation Executive to join its Manchester office, offering a hybrid working model. In this role, you will take ownership of a delegated caseload of Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims, working closely with insurer clients and supported by experienced colleagues.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing litigated EL/PL cases, strong communication skills, and the ability to negotiate settlements. The position includes a competitive salary up to £35,000 and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with disclosure, CRU, medical evidence, and case analysis.
• Proactive, analytical, and collaborative in approach.
• Committed to delivering excellent client care and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Managing a delegated‑authority EL/PL caseload from instruction to settlement.
• Handling a mix of litigated and pre‑litigated matters.
• Drafting pleadings and legal documentation.
• Negotiating settlements with opponents.
• Supporting senior fee earners on complex matters.

Skills

Experience managing a litigated EL/PL caseload

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Confident liaising with solicitors, witnesses and external stakeholders

Highly organised

Good IT skills

Ability to instruct Counsel

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 Manchester team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a delegated‑authority, fixed‑fee caseload of Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims, working with a strong portfolio of insurer clients.

As an EL/PL Litigation Executive in the Manchester team, you’ll manage a varied and interesting caseload, benefit from hands‑on support from experienced colleagues, and gain exposure to higher‑value and technically challenging work as you progress.

The Role

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

The Candidate

• Experience managing a litigated EL/PL caseload
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident liaising with solicitors, witnesses and external stakeholders
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Experience with disclosure, CRU, medical evidence and case analysis
• Comfortable instructing Counsel and preparing for hearings
• Good IT skills and familiarity with case management systems
• Proactive, analytical and collaborative in approach
• Committed to delivering excellent client care and compliance

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increases to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service
• Company Pension
• Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
• Supportive working environment with clear progression
• Strong training and development opportunities