EL/PL Litigation Specialist (Hybrid)

Gallagher; Hawton; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher is looking for a motivated Litigation Handler to join our team. You will manage a caseload of EL and PL claims for Public Sector clients from issue to trial, including small, fast, and multi-track cases.

The role suits a legal professional with EL/PL litigation and personal injury experience, a UK work entitlement, and the ability to work independently within a structured environment; the team values accuracy, collaboration, and timely outcomes.

Qualifications

• You hold a Law degree and have completed the LPC.
• You have experience in EL/PL litigation and personal injury claims.
• You've worked in defence claims handling, ideally within an insurer or TPA environment.
• You're self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently within a defined structure.
• You have strong communication skills and can work effectively with peers, managers, and clients.
• You're flexible and willing to accommodate unexpected situations, including working extra hours when required.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Defend litigated EL/PL claims on behalf of large corporates, managing cases from issue to trial.
• Handle small, fast, and multi-track claims, providing support to Partners when required.
• Assess liability, set and maintain reserves, and investigate the merits of third-party claims.
• Negotiate with third parties, insurers, and solicitors via phone and correspondence to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
• Apply the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant Authorities to secure optimal results.
• Ensure full compliance with office protocols, client service level agreements, and KPIs for all handled claims.
• Maintain 100% data integrity on the office case management system.
• Delegate and supervise appropriate tasks to Claims Administration Assistants.
• Act as a technical and procedural referral point for others in the litigation team.
• Ensure compliance with financial transactions in line with client service level agreements, KPIs, and the Solicitors Accounts Rules.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Proactive

Independent working

Flexible

Education

Law degree

LPC completed

Job description

Gallagher is looking for a motivated Litigation Handler to join our team. You will manage a caseload of EL and PL claims for Public Sector clients from issue to trial, including small, fast, and multi-track cases.

The role suits a legal professional with EL/PL litigation and personal injury experience, a UK work entitlement, and the ability to work independently within a structured environment; the team values accuracy, collaboration, and timely outcomes.