Job Description
The Role
A leading national law firm, well-regarded for its work in defendant insurance litigation, is seeking to recruit a Senior EL / PL Litigation Executive to join its growing Casualty Team. This is an exciting opportunity to handle a mixed caseload of multi-track employer’s liability and public liability (EL/PL) claims, predominantly valued between £25k and £100k, for a variety of high-profile clients.
In this role, you will manage both litigated and pre-litigation multi-track claims, providing comprehensive assessments of liability and quantum, and devising strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will also be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and insurers, liaising regularly with them to ensure smooth case progression.
The role involves drafting pleadings, preparing witness statements, attending court hearings, and managing case files efficiently through the firm’s Case Management System. You will also be expected to meet key performance targets related to chargeable hours, work in progress (WIP), and client management information (MI).
The Candidate
1. Proven experience handling multi-track EL/PL claims
2. Strong knowledge of liability assessments, quantum analysis, and case strategy
3. Excellent communication skil...