EL/PL Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Hybrid Working

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Casualty Solicitor for their Liverpool office. This hybrid role requires managing a varying caseload of defendant litigation claims, focusing on employers' and public liability. Ideal candidates will have NQ+ experience, essential litigation skills, and a strong client care disposition. Alongside a competitive salary of up to £45,000, benefits include a bonus scheme, enhanced pension, and generous leave allowances. A perfect opportunity for career development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with NQ or more experience required.
• Proven track record of managing own caseload of EL/PL claims.
• Litigation experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of fast and multi-track litigated claims.
• Handle liability and quantum issues.
• Draft key legal documents and attend client meetings.

Skills

Excellent organisation and time-management skills

Excellent client care skills

Litigation experience

Ability to manage a varied caseload

Education

Solicitor with NQ + experience

Job description

Casualty Solicitor - Liverpool - Hybrid - up to £45,000

About the Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded Casualty team, recognised for delivering expert defendant litigation services across employers’ liability, public liability, and product liability matters. The team acts for a broad client base including insurers, insured businesses, and public sector organisations, offering exposure to high-quality and complex work. With a strong national presence and specialist fraud capabilities, this is an environment where junior solicitors can gain exceptional experience and long-term career development.

You will manage your own caseload of fast and multi-track litigated claims while supporting senior lawyers on more complex matters. The role offers exposure to a wide range of EL/PL cases, alongside the opportunity to develop a specialism in occupational stress claims.

Responsibilities include handling liability and quantum issues, managing large-scale disclosure exercises, drafting key legal documents, attending client meetings and court hearings, and liaising with Counsel and experts. This is a fantastic opportunity to build strong client relationships and develop your technical expertise within a supportive and ambitious team.

The Candidate

• Solicitor with NQ + experience
• Experience of managing own caseload of EL/PL claims
• Litigation experience is essential
• Prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Excellent client care skills

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Salary - up to £45,000 - dependent upon experience
• Highly competitive bonus scheme
• Hybrid Working
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Enhanced pension scheme

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

Contact Dawn Everton Retained Consultant – INDDE

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