EL/PL Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Manchester seeks an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor to manage a varied caseload of EL, PL, and RTA claims. The firm offers competitive salary, 31 days' leave plus your birthday off, and a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates should be Solicitors with 2-5 years PQE and possess strong communication and negotiation skills. Flexible hybrid working is available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

31 days’ annual leave

Buy up to 5 extra days of holiday

Flexible hours

Employee recognition bonuses

Time off in lieu

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Proven experience handling litigated EL/PL files.
• Experienced personal injury solicitor (2-5 PQE).
• Aligned with a culture of growth and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of a litigated EL/PL caseload.
• Join a progressive team with a strong culture.
• Enjoy flexible hybrid working and a clear route to progression.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Advocacy skills

Litigation strategy

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (2-5 PQE)

Tools

Proclaim or similar CMS

Job description

Overview

A national law firm is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor to join its collaborative team and take on a varied caseload of EL, PL, and RTA claims — both pre- and post-litigated. The firm is known for its transparent culture, excellent client care, and commitment to nurturing talent.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of a litigated EL/PL caseload with real autonomy
• Join a progressive, forward-thinking team with a strong sense of culture
• Enjoy flexible hybrid working and a clear route to progression

Who we’re looking for

• Experienced personal injury solicitor (ideally 2–5 PQE)
• Proven experience handling litigated EL/PL files
• Comfortable using Proclaim or a similar CMS
• Skilled in negotiation, advocacy and litigation strategy
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Team-focused and aligned with a culture of growth and accountability

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary – fully negotiable depending on experience
• 31 days’ annual leave including bank holidays, plus your birthday off
• Buy up to 5 extra days of holiday
• Hybrid working – work primarily from home with planned office days
• Flexible hours (core hours 10am–4pm, work anytime between 8am–6pm)
• Employee recognition bonuses and team incentives
• Time off in lieu (TOIL)
• Regular social events and a supportive team environment
• Clear progression path into senior or supervisory roles

Contact

Kim Stark

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