Senior Associate Defendant EL/PL

Cape Clarke; Leeds; On-site; GBP 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid/flexible working

Continuous professional development

Job summary

A leading Defendant firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to manage a high-quality caseload of Defendant personal injury work. The role involves handling serious injury cases, mentoring junior members, and working in a collaborative culture. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in Defendant EL/PL and strong client-care skills. The position offers a competitive salary up to £75,000 and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE experience in Defendant EL/PL work.
• Proven background in handling complex injury claims.
• Strong commercial awareness and client-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-quality caseload of Defendant EL/PL personal injury work.
• Handle serious injury and fatal accident cases.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Defendant EL/PL experience

Handling multi-track claims

Strong technical ability

Client-care skills

Mentoring skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

Job description

Overview

Senior Associate – Defendant EL/PL | Leeds / Hybrid | Up to £75,000

A leading Defendant firm is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join its Employers’ and Public Liability team in Leeds.

You’ll manage a high-quality caseload of Defendant personal injury work on behalf of major insurer and corporate clients, including complex multi-track and catastrophic injury claims. The team deals with a broad range of EL/PL matters — from high-value serious injury and fatal accident cases to complex liability disputes — and is recognised nationally for its technical strength and collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-quality caseload of Defendant EL/PL personal injury work for insurer and corporate clients, including multi-track and catastrophic injury claims.
• Handle high-value serious injury and fatal accident cases and complex liability disputes.
• Contribute to a nationally recognised team with a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX (5+ PQE) with solid Defendant EL/PL experience.
• Proven background handling multi-track, serious or catastrophic injury claims.
• Strong technical ability and commercial awareness.
• Excellent client-care and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise or mentor junior team members.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £75,000 plus benefits.
• Hybrid / flexible working and genuine work-life balance.
• Exposure to market-leading Defendant insurance litigation within a Tier 1 practice.
• Clear progression routes and continuous professional development.

How to Apply

Interested? For a confidential discussion, contact:

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📱 07551 663708