EL/PL Solicitor - 3 Years PQE

MPJ Recruitment; Chester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Chester is seeking a qualified EL/PL Solicitor with 3-4 years of litigation experience. The role involves managing personal injury claims from pre-litigation to trial, as well as drafting court documents and preparing trial bundles. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including at least 20 days of holiday plus bank holidays, free on-site parking, and an excellent bonus scheme. This full-time, permanent position is ideal for a candidate with strong client care skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday off after 12 months

Free on-site parking

Excellent bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 3-4 years of experience in litigation.
• Ability to meet strict court deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of personal injury claims.
• Draft court documents and witness statements.
• Prepare trial bundles and ensure compliance with court directions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client care

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

Case management software

Job description

EL/PL Solicitor - 3 years PQE

Location: Ellesmere Port

Salary: £45,000 (DOE)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a well-established firm of independent solicitors based in Ellesmere Port, with convenient on-site parking. My client is a panel member of the Police Federation (the police officers' union) and represents police officers who have been involved in work‑related accidents against the police force.

This role is ideal for a qualified Solicitor with at least 3‑4 years of experience in litigation, preferably in Employer's Liability (EL) or Occupier's Liability (OL) personal injury cases.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of #removed# fast‑track and multi‑track litigated and pre‑litigated personal injury claims
• Handling cases from pre‑litigation to trial
• Working collaboratively as part of a team, while also working independently under supervision to comply with firm processes
• Utilizing case management software
• Drafting court documents and witness statements
• Preparing trial bundles
• Ensuring cases are run efficiently and court directions are met
• Regularly updating clients

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in litigation, essential
• Ability to meet strict court deadlines
• Strong focus on client care and guiding members of the public through the court process
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to identify technical points in defences and evidence
• Experience following instructions from senior staff and meeting internal deadlines
• Proficiency in case management software
• Self‑motivation and the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Strong track record in settlement and litigation targets

The benefits package includes a minimum of 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off (after 12 months of service), with an additional day of holiday per year of service subject to a minimum term. Free on‑site parking is provided, and there is an excellent bonus scheme to reward your success.

This is a full‑time, permanent role with a competitive salary contact Aaron on #removed# for a confidential chat or email me