OL/PL Lawyer

Clayton legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious and growing law firm is on the lookout for a skilled lawyer to join their dynamic OL/PL department. This role offers the opportunity to manage a caseload of fast-track claims, driving cases through litigation to secure optimal outcomes for clients. With a competitive salary up to £55,000 and a generous commission structure, this position provides not only financial rewards but also a supportive environment with excellent training and development opportunities. Embrace a hybrid working pattern and enjoy additional benefits like private medical insurance and enhanced maternity leave. If you're ready for a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous commission structure

Private medical insurance

23 days holiday (rising to 26)

Birthday leave

Enhanced maternity leave

Active social committee

Excellent training and away days

Qualifications

• Over one year of PQE/CILEX or equivalent experience required.
• Proven billing track record handling a litigated caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of fast-track OL/PL claims.
• Drive cases through litigation for best outcomes.

Skills

Litigation Management

Case Handling

Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules

Tenacity

Experience with OL/PL Cases

Education

PQE/CILEX or equivalent experience

Tools

Proclaim Case Management System

Job description

Occupiers' Liability / Public Liability (OL/PL) Lawyer:

An ambitious and growing law firm is seeking an experienced lawyer to join their OL/PL department.

We are looking for a candidate with over one year of PQE/CILEX or equivalent experience, who is ready to manage their own caseload of fast-track OL/PL cases, both pre- and post-issue.

Role Overview:

1. Manage a caseload of fast-track OL/PL claims.
2. Drive cases through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for clients.
3. Work with high-quality non-CMC cases, ensuring a caseload of genuine claims.

What We Offer:

1. Strong supervision, excellent training, and away days.
2. Generous commission structure with no hurdles or caps earn a percentage on every case won.
3. Competitive salary up to £55,000 depending on experience, plus monthly commission.
4. Hybrid working pattern (3/2 office-home split) after probation.
5. 23 days holiday (rising to 26) plus additional holiday benefits, including birthday leave.
6. Private medical insurance and death in service after two years.
7. Active social committee with events, sports teams, and more.
8. Enhanced maternity leave after one year of service.

Person Specification:

1. Proven billing track record handling a litigated caseload.
2. Tenacity and drive to advance cases to litigation.
3. Experience handling OL/PL fast track cases, including portal experience.
4. Knowledge of civil procedure rules and Proclaim case management system.

If you're looking for an exciting new challenge in a supportive and dynamic environment, apply now!

For more information, contact Chris Orrell at 0161 914 7357 or send your CV to [e-mail].

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