Your new company Our client is a leading defendant law firm who is now seeking an experienced Solicitor/Supervisor to join its expanding EL/PL team. The team manages employers' liability and public liability claims up to £100k, with supervisors and senior lawyers taking on more complex, higher-value work.Your new roleThis Casualty Injury Supervisor will see you:Team Leadership & Supervision: Direct supervision of a small team of Paralegals handling volume litigated EL/PL claims.Deliver technical supervision and guidance to ensure high-quality file handling.Conduct performance and interim reviews, manage absence, and maintain team wellbeing.Pass information and communications from senior management.Coach and develop team members, supporting their progress through the firm's career framework.Monitor the team's financial performance, ensuring targets are consistently achieved.Ensure cases are progressed proactively and concluded efficiently in line with deadlines.Maintain compliance, addressing emerging risk issues and escalating to the Team Partner where appropriate.Allocate work effectively based on skills, technical ability and commercial considerations.Manage complaints and escalated risk issues in a timely, professional manner. Technical & Client-Facing Work Act as a key point of contact for clients, demonstrating strong technical knowledge and professionalism.Support business development activities, including attending marketing events, client training, legal clinics and shadowing days.Manage a small caseload of mixed-value EL/PL claims.Maintain awareness of firm strategy and contribute positively to team culture.Continue technical development through training, reading and participation in professional learning opportunities.Handle confidential information in accordance with data-security protocols What you'll need to succeed Qualified solicitor (Essential)Experience handling EL/PL, personal injury or comparable litigation caseloads.Strong compliance history with client SLAs, KPIs and internal protocols.Excellent management skills, including motivating, coaching and mentoring colleagues at all levels.Solid IT proficiency with strong working knowledge of Word and Excel.Exceptional organisational and analytical skills Commercial awarenessExcellent interpersonal skills and confidence in client communication.Strong written and verbal communication skills. What you'll get in return Competitive salary (up to £50,000 + bonus)High levels of flexibility and genuine work/life balance.Structured opportunities for progression, including access to professional development funding.A diverse, inclusive and supportive culture where applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply-even if every requirement isn't met. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on .If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk