Job Title: Personal Injury Fee Earner (EL/PL)
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
My client:
Join a reputable, award-winning, Legal 500 law firm based in the heart of Manchester, specialising in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of experienced professionals, excelling in the legal industry. The firm is dedicated to championing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and provides a supportive, positive environment for career growth.
Job role:
As a Personal Injury Fee Earner, you will be responsible for managing a Pre-Litigated and Litigated caseload of #removed# Employer's Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) files. You will:
- Handle a diverse caseload, working across pre-litigated and litigated files
- Write letters and negotiate settlements with clients and third parties
- Draft witness statements and review medical reports
- Issue court proceedings and manage the litigation process
- Communicate regularly with clients, keeping them updated and providing advice
Experience Required:
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Full working knowledge of CPR (Civil Procedure Rules) and JC guidelines (Judicial College Guidelines)
- Proven experience in handling litigated caseloads
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave + 8 days bank holidays
- Paid Birthday day off
- Charitable day (1 paid day off to support your chosen charity or community group)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Death in service cover
- Referral schemes for bringing in new claims and team members
- Travel season ticket loans
- Summer and Christmas parties, plus regular employee events throughout the year
- Cycle to work scheme
If you are an ambitious Personal Injury Fee Earner looking for a rewarding opportunity with an established and supportive team, apply now!
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter to bethany.astbury@simpsonjudge.co.uk. For further information about the role, feel free to get in touch.
We look forward to receiving your application!
