EL/PL Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Buy and sell annual leave

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Career progression

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Employers’ Liability / Public Liability Solicitor for our Manchester office. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and a salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience.

You will manage a mixed EL/PL caseload, handling both litigated and pre-litigated matters from instruction to resolution. You’ll liaise with insurers and clients, developing robust case strategies and delivering strong commercial outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience handling multi-track EL/PL claims.
• Strong understanding of liability investigations, quantum assessment and litigation strategy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing client and insurer relationships effectively.
• Confident drafting pleadings, witness statements and legal correspondence.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience using case management systems and legal technology.

Responsibilities

• Manage a mixed caseload of multi-track EL/PL claims valued between £25,000 and £100,000.
• Handle litigated and pre-litigated matters from inception through to conclusion.
• Assess liability, quantum, and evidence to inform case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements and other court documents.
• Attend court hearings and progress litigation procedures.
• Regularly update insurer and corporate clients on case progress.
• Work towards chargeable hours, WIP, and client-service targets.
• Deliver commercially focused outcomes while managing risk.

Skills

EL/PL claims

Litigation strategy

Communication skills

Client relationships

Pleadings drafting

Organisational skills

Case management systems

Legal tech experience

Education

Qualified Solicitor or equivalent

Tools

Case Management Systems

Legal technology

Job description

Employers' Liability / Public Liability Solicitor – Manchester - Hybrid – up to £60,000

A leading national law firm is seeking a EL/PL Solicitor to join its growing Casualty team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a mixed caseload of multi-track Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims, predominantly valued between £25,000 and £100,000, on behalf of a range of high-profile insurer clients.

As a EL/PL Solicitor in the Manchester office, you will manage both litigated and pre-litigated claims from instruction through to resolution. You will work closely with clients and insurers, providing strategic advice on liability and quantum issues while delivering excellent client service and achieving strong commercial outcomes.

The Role

• Managing a mixed caseload of multi-track EL/PL claims valued between £25,000 and £100,000
• Handling both litigated and pre-litigated matters from inception through to conclusion
• Assessing liability, quantum and evidence to formulate effective case strategies
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation
• Attending court hearings and managing litigation procedures as required
• Liaising regularly with insurer and corporate clients to provide updates and advice
• Working towards chargeable hours, WIP and client service targets
• Delivering commercially focused outcomes while managing risk effectively

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor or equivalent experience
• Proven experience handling multi-track EL/PL claims
• Strong understanding of liability investigations, quantum assessment and litigation strategy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing client and insurer relationships effectively
• Confident drafting pleadings, witness statements and legal correspondence
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience using Case Management Systems and legal technology

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance and income protection
• Clear opportunities for career progression