William James Recruitment
EL/PL Litigation Executive
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The Role
Employers' Liability / Public Liability Litigation Executive - Manchester - Hybrid - up to £35,000
A well-established national law firm is seeking an EL/PL Litigation Executive to join its growing Manchester team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a delegated-authority, fixed-fee caseload of Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims, working with a strong portfolio of insurer clients.
As an EL/PL Litigation Executive in the Manchester team, you’ll manage a varied and interesting caseload, benefit from hands-on support from experienced colleagues, and gain exposure to higher-value and technically challenging work as you progress.
The Role
- Managing a delegated-authority EL/PL caseload from instruction to settlement
- Handling a mix of litigated and pre-litigated matters, including PAD applications and Infant Approval Hearings
- Drafting pleadings, legal documentation, Tomlin Orders, and Consent Orders
- Reviewing liability, quantum, and evidence to drive case strategy
- Instructing Counsel and experts, preparing for hearings, and attending conferences
- Negotiating settlements with opponents and external stakeholders
- Handling disclosure, CRU, medical records review, and evidence collation
- Supporting senior fee earners on complex and higher-value matters
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The Candidate
- Experience managing a litigated EL/PL caseload
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confident liaising with solicitors, witnesses, and external stakeholders
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
- Strong drafting skills, including settlement documentation
- Experience with disclosure, CRU, medical evidence, and case analysis
- Comfortable instructing Counsel and preparing for hearings
- Good IT skills and familiarity with case management systems
- Proactive, analytical, and collaborative in approach
- Committed to delivering excellent client care and compliance
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- Competitive salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
- 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increases to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service
- Company Pension
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance
- Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
- Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
- Supportive working environment with clear progression
- Strong training and development opportunities
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.
Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant INDAF
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
Mobile: 07496 800 407
Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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