Defendant EL/PL Solicitor (NQ-5 PQE)

Overview

In this role you guide defendant EL/PL claims from a busy Casualty team within a respected defendant firm. You will handle mixed fast-track and multi-track matters, supporting Partners on high-value personal injury cases and advising insurer clients on liability and strategy. You’ll draft pleadings, prepare cases for court and negotiate settlements, while cultivating long-term client relationships. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities to contribute to an experienced, collaborative environment focused on growth and complex litigation. This role is ideal for an ambitious solicitor looking to shape outcomes in high-stakes personal injury work.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• flexible working
• supportive team culture
• clear routes for progression
• ongoing training and professional development
• competitive salary

Responsibilities

• Managing a mixed caseload of defendant EL and PL claims, including fast-track and multi-track matters
• Assisting Partners and Senior Associates on high-value and complex PI cases
• Advising insurer and corporate clients on liability, quantum, and a litigation strategy
• Drafting pleadings and legal documents, preparing cases for court, and negotiating settlements
• Delivering high-quality client service and developing long-term client relationships
• Staying updated on developments in personal injury, catastrophic injury, and insurance law

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 0–5 years’ PQE
• Experience in defendant EL and PL claims
• Background in defendant personal injury litigation, independently or in support of senior solicitors
• Experience with a defendant insurance law firm
• Ability to manage a personal caseload and prioritise effectively
• Strong communication, attention to detail, collaborative approach
• Experience handling or assisting on high-value and complex PI claims, including multi-track matters (desirable)

• strong communication skills
• attention to detail
• collaborative team-oriented
• pleadings drafting
• case preparation for court
• settlement negotiations

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