El/PL - Solicitor - Litigator

MPJ Recruitment Ltd; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Solicitor or Litigator in Ellesmere Port. This full-time role involves managing a diverse caseload of personal injury claims, from pre-litigation to trial. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, exceptional organizational skills, and a focus on client care. With a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including additional holiday for years of service, this role is perfect for someone looking to advance their legal career in a supportive environment. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the legal field.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Additional holiday for years of service

Free on-site parking

Excellent bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of litigation experience in personal injury cases.
• Ability to meet strict court deadlines and manage caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of fast-track and multi-track personal injury claims.
• Draft court documents and prepare trial bundles.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client care

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Litigator

Tools

Case management software

Job description

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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 or Litigator 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 130-150 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
• 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 Bella Mori on 07786933200 for a confidential chat or email me [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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