EL/PL Solicitor - 3 Years PQE

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

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Ellesmere Port is seeking an experienced EL/PL Solicitor with at least 3 years of PQE. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of personal injury claims, collaborate with a dynamic team, and ensure compliance with court processes. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary of £45,000, a minimum of 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, and great benefits including a bonus scheme and free parking.

Benefits

20 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Excellent bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience in litigation.
• Proficiency in case management software is essential.
• Ability to meet strict court deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of fast-track and multi-track personal injury claims.
• Handle cases from pre-litigation to trial.
• Draft court documents and prepare trial bundles.

Skills

Previous experience in litigation

Excellent organisational and time-management skills

Self-motivation

Strong focus on client care

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.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of (Apply online only) 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
• Utilising 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 organisational 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

Benefits package includes:

• 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
• Excellent bonus scheme to reward your success

This is a full‑time, permanent role with a competitive salary. Contact Aaron on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat or email me.