Job Description
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 role
This Casualty Injury Supervisor will see you:Team Leadership & Supervision:
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* Direct supervision of a small team of Paralegals handling volume litigated EL/PL claims.
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* Deliver technical supervision and guidance to ensure high‑quality file handling.
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* Conduct performance and interim reviews, manage absence, and maintain team wellbeing.
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* Pass information and communications from senior management.
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* Coach and develop team members, supporting their progress through the firm's career framework.
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* Monitor the team's financial performance, ensuring targets are consistently achieved.
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* Ensure cases are progressed proactively and concluded efficiently in line with deadlines.
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* Maintain compliance, addressing emerging risk issues and escalating to the Team Partner where appropriate.
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* Allocate work effectively based on skills, technical ability and commercial considerations.
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* Manage complaints and escalated risk issues in a timely, professional manner.
Technical & Client‑Facing Work
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* Act as a key point of contact for clients, demonstrating strong technical knowledge and professionalism.
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* Support business development activities, including attending marketing events, client training, legal clinics and shadowing days.
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* Manage a small caseload of mixed‑value EL/PL claims.
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* Maintain awareness of firm strategy and contribute positively to team culture.
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* Continue technical development through training, reading and participation in professional learning opportunities.
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* Handle confidential information in accordance with data‑security protocols
What you'll need to succeed
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* Qualified solicitor (Essential)
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* Experience handling EL/PL, personal injury or comparable litigation caseloads.
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* Strong compliance history with client SLAs, KPIs and internal protocols.
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* Excellent management skills, including motivating, coaching and mentoring colleagues at all levels.
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* Solid IT proficiency with strong working knowledge of Word and Excel.
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* Exceptional organisational and analytical skills
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* Commercial awareness
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* Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in client communication.
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* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
What you'll get in return
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* Competitive salary (up to £50,000 + bonus)
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* High levels of flexibility and genuine work/life balance.
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* Structured opportunities for progression, including access to professional development funding.
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* 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 now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.