EL/PL Fee Earner / Solicitor

Job Title: Personal Injury Fee Earner (EL/PL)
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

My client:

Join a reputable, award-winning, Legal 500 law firm based in the heart of Manchester, specialising in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of experienced professionals, excelling in the legal industry. The firm is dedicated to championing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and provides a supportive, positive environment for career growth.

Job role:

As a Personal Injury Fee Earner, you will be responsible for managing a Pre-Litigated and Litigated caseload of 100-120 Employer's Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) files.

You will:

• Handle a diverse caseload, working across pre-litigated and litigated files
• Write letters and negotiate settlements with clients and third parties
• Draft witness statements and review medical reports
• Issue court proceedings and manage the litigation process
• Communicate regularly with clients, keeping them updated and providing advice

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Full working knowledge of CPR (Civil Procedure Rules) and JC guidelines (Judicial College Guidelines)
• Proven experience in handling litigated caseloads
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + 8 days bank holidays
• Paid Birthday day off
• Charitable day (1 paid day off to support your chosen charity or community group)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Death in service cover
• Referral schemes for bringing in new claims and team members
• Travel season ticket loans
• Summer and Christmas parties, plus regular employee events throughout the year
• Cycle to work scheme

If you are an ambitious Personal Injury Fee Earner looking for a rewarding opportunity with an established and supportive team, apply now!

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter . For further information about the role, feel free to get in touch.