Litigation Executive - Data Breach Claims

CRA Legal; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days’ annual leave

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training and career progress

Job summary

CRA Legal in Sheffield is seeking a Litigation Executive to manage data breach claims from inception to settlement or trial. The role involves drafting, negotiating and case management within a busy litigation team.

You will work closely with colleagues across the department, handling data breach and related consumer matters while progressing matters efficiently and in line with court timetables. A proactive, collaborative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience handling litigated data breach, civil litigation or consumer claims.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and case management skills.
• Confidence managing your own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated data breach claims from inception to settlement or trial.
• Draft pre-action correspondence, court documents and other legal papers.
• Assess liability, quantum and prospects of success to guide strategy.
• Instruct counsel and experts; advise clients throughout proceedings.
• Review breach notifications and ICO findings for case development.
• Negotiate settlements and ensure deadlines and court timetables are met.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Case management

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Litigation Executive - Data Breach Claims

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000

Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid

CRA Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a respected and expanding specialist law firm to recruit a Litigation Executive to join its growing Data Breach Litigation team.

With an established reputation for acting on complex and high‑profile claimant matters, the firm is recognised for delivering outstanding client service across Data Breach Litigation, Consumer Claims, Group Litigation and other claimant actions. Continued growth has created an exciting opportunity for an experienced litigation professional to become part of a collaborative team handling challenging and rewarding work on behalf of individuals affected by data breaches.

This role is ideal for an experienced Fee Earner, Legal Executive or Litigation Executive looking to develop their expertise within a specialist claimant practice that offers genuine career progression, high‑quality work and ongoing professional support.

The Role

You’ll manage a varied caseload of litigated data breach claims from inception through to settlement or trial. Working closely with colleagues across the litigation department, you’ll play a key role in delivering successful outcomes for clients while ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in accordance with court timetables and procedural requirements.

• Data breach litigation.
• Privacy and information rights claims.
• Group and multi‑claimant data breach actions.
• Consumer and other civil litigation matters where required.

• Managing a caseload of litigated data breach claims from commencement through to conclusion.
• Assessing liability, quantum and prospects of success to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Drafting pre‑action correspondence, court proceedings and other key legal documentation.
• Preparing Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim, Directions Questionnaires, Part 18 Requests and other procedural documents.
• Reviewing evidence relating to data breaches, including breach notifications, ICO findings and supporting documentation.
• Instructing counsel and other experts where appropriate and advising clients throughout the litigation process.
• Obtaining witness evidence and preparing detailed witness statements.
• Valuing claims, including assessing damages for distress, financial loss and other recoverable losses.
• Negotiating settlements and achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Ensuring compliance with court directions, procedural deadlines and internal quality standards.
• Assisting with trial preparation and attending hearings where required.

About You

We’re keen to hear from candidates with experience managing litigated claimant files who are looking to join a firm offering high‑quality work and genuine opportunities for career development.

• Previous experience handling litigated data breach, civil litigation or consumer claims.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and case management skills.
• Confidence managing your own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to litigation.

Experience in Data Breach Litigation, Privacy Law, Group Litigation or Consumer Claims would be advantageous, although candidates with broader civil litigation experience are also encouraged to apply.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Flexible working arrangements, subject to business needs.
• Ongoing training and clear opportunities for career progression.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist litigation practice with an outstanding reputation for claimant work in the rapidly evolving field of data breach litigation. You’ll benefit from exposure to complex and interesting cases, a supportive team environment and the opportunity to build your career within a firm that continues to grow and invest in its people.