Employers Liability Litigator

Position Title: Employers’ Liability Litigator

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: Up to £55,000, dependent on experience, plus generous commission

Reference: BH-36922

Work Type: Full-time



About The Firm:

My client, consistently ranked among the top firms in the UK, offers a dynamic work environment and a generous commission structure. Their reputation for excellent client service is highlighted by a 5-star rating from thousands of client reviews.



Position Overview:

My Client are currently seeking a Litigator to join our Employers’ Liability department. This role involves managing your own caseload of pre- and post-issue fast track employers’ liability claims. Whether you are qualified or qualified by experience, tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are key to succeeding in this position.



You will be rewarded for your success with a commission structure that provides a percentage of every case you win—no hurdles, no caps, ensuring you benefit from every case you bring to completion.



Key Responsibilities:



• Managing a caseload of Employers’ Liability (EL) claims from start to finish.

• Conducting thorough legal research and advising clients.

• Preparing legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements.

• Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary.

• Working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for clients.

• Keeping up to date with relevant laws and regulations.



Requirements:



• Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload.

• Tenacity and a focus on advancing cases through litigation.

• Experience managing EL fast-track cases, with familiarity with the portal.

• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and trends in litigation.

• Demonstrable experience handling litigated files from inception to trial.

• Previous experience with Proclaim case management system is advantageous.



The Benefits & How to Apply:



• Basic salary up to £55,000, plus a generous monthly commission scheme.

• 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.

• 23 days holiday, rising to 26 days, plus public/bank holidays.

• Private medical insurance after 2 years of service.

• Enhanced maternity leave payment (over 1 year’s service, further enhanced after 4 years).

• Death in service cover.

• 24/7 on site gym access, netball/football teams, and social activities.

• Active training culture with diversity & inclusion events.



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



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