CapeClarke
Senior EL/PL Lawyer

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Senior EL/PL Lawyer
Huddersfield | Hybrid Working
Salary up to £50,000 + Bonus & Benefits
I’m working with a growing personal injury practice in Huddersfield that is looking to recruit a Senior EL/PL Fee Earner to join its expanding team.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced EL/PL Fee Earner, Solicitor, Legal Executive or non-qualified Lawyer who is looking to join a business that is investing heavily in this area of work and has clear plans to grow the team further.
The firm is well-established, self-funded and benefits from a strong, consistent flow of good quality personal injury work. This gives the successful candidate the chance to join a secure and growing business with genuine progression opportunities as the EL/PL team continues to develop.
The Role
You will manage your own caseload of Employer’s Liability and Public Liability claims, including matters that have exited the MOJ Portal, complex Portal claims and litigated EL/PL files.
The caseload will consist predominantly of Fast Track work, with some Intermediate Track and Multi-Track matters depending on experience.
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You will be responsible for handling claims through the pre-litigation and litigation process, including liability and quantum disputes, valuation of claims, court proceedings, witness evidence, instructions to Counsel, applications, directions and trial preparation.
As a senior member of the team, you will also have the opportunity to support the continued growth of the department, assist with technical queries and provide guidance to more junior colleagues where appropriate.
About You
Applications are welcomed from qualified and non-qualified candidates with strong EL/PL experience.
You should be able to demonstrate:
- Experience handling EL/PL personal injury claims
- Litigation experience, including Part 7 and/or Part 8 proceedings
- A good understanding of the MOJ Portal and claims that exit the Portal
- The ability to manage disputed liability and quantum matters
- Strong case management and organisational skills
- Good technical ability and attention to detail
- A proactive, commercial and client-focused approach
- The confidence to work independently while also being part of a growing team


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Previous experience working in a fast-paced personal injury environment would be beneficial.
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £50,000
- Bonus scheme
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid working with only one day per week required in the office
- Genuine progression opportunities as the team continues to grow
- High quality work from a consistent source
- Excellent job security within a successful, self-funded business
- Opportunity to join a growing EL/PL team at an exciting stage
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
This is an excellent opportunity for an EL/PL Fee Earner who wants to join a growing personal injury practice, work on good quality files and progress their career in a team with genuine long-term plans.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Alex Groom at CapeClarke.
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