Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer - EL/PL

DAC Beachcroft; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer to support the Casualty Injury team in managing Defendant personal injury claims. This role offers remote work capabilities and emphasizes professional development, flexibility, and a supportive workplace culture. Ideal candidates are motivated individuals with an interest in personal injury law, capable of delivering high-quality work while managing competing priorities.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Income protection insurance

Discounted gym membership

Flexible work hours

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with experience or interest in personal injury law, particularly EL/PL claims.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Support effective management of caseloads and claims.
• Ensure compliance with internal and client SLAs and protocols.
• Engage with clients as a professional ambassador.

Skills

Personal injury law experience

Strong work ethic

Detail-oriented

Organised

Job description

Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer - EL/PL

Application Deadline: 19 December 2025

Department: CSG - Casualty (EL/PL / Complex Injury / Disease / Fraud / Motor Injury / Vehicle Hire and Damage)

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Remote - England and Wales

Description

Due to continued success and growth, DAC Beachcroft’s Casualty Injury team is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the team Partner in the management of Defendant personal injury claims.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and well-respected team, assisting in the handling of EL/PL claims valued up to £250k, with exposure to more complex matters under the guidance of experienced supervisors and senior lawyers. Full training and ongoing support will be provided to help you thrive in the role.

What you will do?

• Supporting the effective running of caseloads, ensuring deadlines are met and claims are proactively managed.
• Assisting with compliance to internal and client SLAs, KPIs, and protocols.
• Contributing to prompt billing, WIP and disbursement collection, and accurate MI reporting.
• Helping maintain clear case strategies and applying current technical expertise and case law.
• Managing risk and compliance issues, escalating concerns as needed.
• Engaging with clients and acting as a professional ambassador for the firm.
• Drafting instructions to experts and counsel.
• Supporting business development and client relationship activities.
• Maintaining and developing technical knowledge through training and legal publications.

Who you are

• A motivated individual with experience or interest in personal injury law, particularly EL/PL claims.
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities with a strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Enthusiastic about joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
• Keen to build a career within a leading national law firm

What's in it for you?

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - https://jobs.dacbeachcroft.com/whats-in-it-for-you/
• A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
• Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
• In person and remote social events
• Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!