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NQ EL / PL Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor
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EL/PL Defendant Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE) | International Law Firm | Birmingham Based – Flexible working on offer
A leading international law firm is looking to recruit a newly qualified to 2 PQE solicitor to join its highly regarded Defendant Insurance team in Birmingham.
Working as part of an established practice, you will advise insurers, multinational businesses and public sector clients on a varied caseload of employers' liability and public liability claims.
The work spans litigated and pre-litigated matters, with exposure to complex and high-value injury claims, allowing you to develop your technical expertise within a supportive and collaborative team. The successful candidate will have gained defendant personal injury experience during their training contract or since qualification, with experience of EL/PL claims viewed favourably. Candidates with broader defendant insurance litigation experience who are looking to specialise in EL/PL are also encouraged to apply.
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm recognised for the quality of its insurance practice, offering first-class training, exposure to high-profile clients, and genuine long-term career progression. You'll benefit from working alongside market-leading partners in an environment that encourages early responsibility while providing the support needed to develop your career.
A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and flexible hybrid working are on offer.
To apply contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
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