EL/PL Solicitor (NQ-3)

JMC Legal Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an EL/PL Fee Earner to manage a varied caseload of Employers' Liability and Public Liability claims. The role includes handling cases from pre-action to trial, drafting documents, and ensuring compliance with service level agreements. Candidates should have a strong understanding of negligence and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and generous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Generous annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience handling or assisting with EL/PL claims, or strong understanding of negligence.
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and the litigation process.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal caseload of EL/PL claims under supervision.
• Investigate liability by obtaining records and taking witness statements.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and witness statements.

Skills

Experience handling or assisting with EL/PL claims

Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules

Strong drafting and analytical skills

Good organisational ability

Excellent attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Overview

EL/PL Fee Earner – Birmingham

Role Purpose

To manage and assist with a varied caseload of Employers' Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) claims on behalf of defendant clients, including insurers, corporate bodies, and public sector organisations. The role involves handling cases from pre-action through to trial, drafting legal documents, liaising with all parties, and achieving client service, financial, and quality objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a personal caseload of EL/PL claims (pre-litigation and litigated) under supervision where required.
• Investigate liability by obtaining records, taking witness statements, and liaising with experts.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, reports, and instructions to counsel/experts.
• Progress cases through procedural stages, including Pre-Action Disclosure, Stage 3 Hearings, Infant Approvals, and court directions.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings and client meetings.
• Provide prompt responses to clients, claimants, insurers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with deadlines, service level agreements (SLAs), and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Meet financial targets including chargeable hours and billing.
• Contribute to team development, client updates, and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Essential Experience handling or assisting with EL/PL claims, or a strong understanding of negligence and duty of care.
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and the litigation process.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Good organisational ability and case management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently (with supervision as needed) and collaboratively in a team.
• Comfortable working to deadlines and achieving financial targets.

Desirable

• Experience of both fast-track and multi-track EL/PL claims.
• Familiarity with fraudulent claims, highways, or property damage cases.
• Previous defendant insurance or public sector litigation experience.
• Advocacy experience (solicitor level).
• Knowledge of occupational disease or stress claims.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (subject to role)
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme, life insurance, and employee wellbeing support
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
• Supportive, values-driven, and collaborative working culture