Insurance Fee Earner

BCL Private Practice; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded UK law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor for its Defendant Insurance Litigation team in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload, including personal injury claims, with excellent support and clear pathways for career progression. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a solid basis in litigation. This position allows for a hybrid working model and offers competitive compensation alongside great benefits.

Benefits

BUPA healthcare

33 days' annual leave

Profit share scheme

Ongoing professional development

Mental health and wellbeing support

Gym/retail discounts

Qualifications

• Solid experience in defendant personal injury litigation, particularly Employers’ Liability and Public Liability.
• Confident managing your own caseload with supervision when needed.
• Good working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of defendant EL/PL and disease claims.
• Liaising with clients, insurers, and opposing solicitors.
• Drafting legal documents and advising clients.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor (NQ+)

Experience in defendant personal injury litigation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team-oriented approach

Education

CILEX qualified or due to qualify

Tools

Legal case management systems (e.g. Proclaim, P4W)

Job description

Overview

Solicitor - Insurance (Casualty Team)

Location: Manchester (Hybrid options available)

Position: Solicitor (NQ+) - Defendant Insurance Litigation

Hours: Full-time, 36.25 hours per week

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

A well-regarded UK law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor (or those approaching qualification) to join its established Defendant Insurance Litigation team based in Manchester. This is a superb opportunity for an ambitious junior lawyer to develop within a recognised team offering high-quality work and excellent long-term career prospects.

The Opportunity

Working as part of a leading Casualty team, you\'ll be handling a varied caseload of fast-track and multi-track defendant personal injury claims. The caseload primarily includes Employers\' Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), and Disease claims, with potential exposure to Fraud matters as well.

You\'ll be part of a team that acts for a diverse range of clients including insurers, local authorities, and large corporate entities. You\'ll receive strong supervision and support while also having the autonomy to progress files and engage directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of defendant EL/PL and disease claims, with possible fraud element
• Liaising with clients, insurers, courts, counsel, and opposing solicitors
• Drafting pleadings, correspondence, and legal documents
• Advising clients on liability, quantum, strategy, and prospects
• Attending court hearings, conferences, and mediations as required
• Ensuring compliance with KPIs, billing targets, and quality standards
• Contributing to business development, marketing, and networking activities
• Supporting senior colleagues on more complex or high-value matters
• Maintaining high levels of client care and service delivery

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ+) or CILEX, or due to qualify in the next few months
• Solid experience in defendant personal injury litigation, particularly EL/PL
• Good working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules
• Confident managing your own caseload, with supervision where appropriate
• Experience using legal case management systems (e.g. Proclaim, P4W)
• Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Genuine interest in growing within a specialist insurance litigation team

Desirable (Not Essential):

• Experience advising local authorities or working with public sector clients
• Previous exposure to disease or fraud litigation
• Involvement in business development or marketing activities

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements considered
• BUPA healthcare (for Solicitor-level roles)
• 33 days\' annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Additional celebration leave & holiday purchase scheme
• Profit share scheme & pension
• Ongoing professional development and clear progression pathway
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Long service recognition
• Subsidised refreshments, gym/retail discounts, and more

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and award-winning legal team, offering the benefits of high-quality work, strong supervision, and genuine flexibility.

To discuss this opportunity in confidence or request further details, please get in touch.