EL/PL Litigation Executive

Job description

The Role

Employers' / Public Liability Litigation Executive - Manchester - Hybrid - up to £40,000

A well-established national law firm is looking to recruit an EL/PL Litigation Executive to join its expanding team. This opportunity offers responsibility for a delegated authority, fixed-fee caseload of Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims for leading insurer clients, alongside experienced colleagues who provide guidance on strategy, liability decisions and ongoing technical development.

The role involves managing a diverse caseload, including Pre-Action Disclosure matters, Infant Approval Hearings and a broad range of EL/PL claims, as well as supporting senior fee earners with delegated litigation tasks. It is ideally suited to someone with a methodical and analytical approach to liability and quantum, underpinned by a strong grasp of evidential requirements and litigation processes.

Key duties include end-to-end file management, drafting pleadings and legal documentation, instructing Counsel and Experts, negotiating settlements, and attending hearings and conferences.

The Candidate

• Prior experience managing a litigated EL/PL claims
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident liaising with external stakeholders, including solicitors and witnesses
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Excellent drafting skills, including Tomlin and Consent Orders
• Experience with disclosure, CRU, medical records review and evidence collation
• Comfortable instructing Counsel, preparing for hearings and attending conferences
• Good IT skills and familiarity with case management systems
• A proactive team player with a positive and professional approach
• Committed to delivering high standards of client care and regulatory compliance

The Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £40,000, depending on experience
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Pension scheme
• Supportive team environment with clear career progression opportunities

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant INDAF

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407

Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English