EL/PL Solicitor - 3 years PQE

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

Job summary

A prominent legal recruitment agency is seeking an EL/PL Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE to join a well-established firm in Ellesmere Port. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package including holiday entitlements and bonuses. Responsibilities include managing personal injury claims, drafting documents, and ensuring compliance with court deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience and client care skills.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday off

On-site parking

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years PQE in litigation, preferably in EL or OL personal injury cases.
• Ability to handle cases independently and work collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills to guide clients through the court process.

Responsibilities

• Manage fast-track and multi-track personal injury claims.
• Draft court documents and manage trial preparations.
• Ensure compliance with court directions and deadlines.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client care

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Case management software proficiency

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 (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
• 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 (phone number removed) for a confidential chat or email me