Job Title: EL PL Associate
Salary: £40,000 to £60,000
Location: Manchester City Centre (with hybrid working)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Overview
CRA Consulting is a specialist legal recruitment partner supporting law firms of all sizes across the UK – from boutique practices to major national and international organisations. We recruit across the full legal spectrum, from senior leadership and partner-level appointments through to fee earners and business support professionals.
Our client is a global legal brand with an esteemed reputation and a strong international presence across multiple legal markets. The firm is recognised for its forward-thinking approach, modern infrastructure, and high-quality legal services delivered to commercial and insurer clients worldwide. With contemporary office space across a number of UK locations, the organisation combines international reach with a collaborative and high-performing culture.
The firm has a well-established employers' liability and public liability practice, acting for leading defendant insurer clients and corporate organisations across a range of panel appointments. Known for handling complex and litigated liability claims, the team advises on technically challenging matters spanning EL/PL, injury, and coverage issues. Lawyers within the practice benefit from exposure to high-quality work, strong partner support, and a structured environment that promotes professional development and long-term progression.
Position
As an EL/PL Associate, you will manage a varied caseload of employers' liability and public liability matters, handling both pre‑litigated and litigated claims on behalf of defendant insurer and corporate clients. The work will include managing liability disputes, advising on quantum, and progressing files efficiently in line with client service level agreements.
You will be responsible for drafting pleadings, witness statements, and technical reports, liaising with clients, counsel, experts, and third parties as required. The role will involve contributing to case strategy, engaging in negotiations and settlement discussions, and ensuring commercially focused outcomes are achieved.
You will work closely with partners and senior colleagues on more complex or high-value matters, while maintaining responsibility for your own caseload. The position requires strong technical ability, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy, fast‑paced litigation environment.
The firm offers flexible, agile, and hybrid working arrangements, alongside clear opportunities for progression within a nationally recognised liability defence practice.
Key Details
The firm offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 27 days with continued service, and an additional well‑being day on top of annual leave entitlement.
* A lifestyle and well‑being allowance, enhanced pension scheme, private medical insurance, private healthcare scheme, life assurance policy, and income protection scheme.
* Additional benefits include a financial rewards scheme, electric vehicle scheme, sabbatical scheme, enhanced parental and family leave, eyecare support, and a discretionary performance‑related bonus scheme.
* The firm promotes flexible, agile, and hybrid working arrangements, supporting work‑life balance alongside high‑quality legal practice.
The role is offered on a full‑time, permanent basis, with hybrid working available. Salary will be dependent on experience and level of qualification.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this EL/PL Associate opportunity, please submit your application using the provided link. For a confidential discussion about the role, you are welcome to contact Rhys Spencer at 0114 241 8030, who is managing this recruitment process.
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