EL / PL Solicitor

EL / PL Solicitor – Leeds – Up to £50,000

A highly regarded national insurance litigation practice is seeking an EL / PL Solicitor to join its specialist Sports Claims team in Leeds.

The EL / PL Solicitor will support senior solicitors on complex, high-value matters while managing a caseload of employer’s and public liability claims in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise within sports-related litigation in a collaborative and well-resourced environment with strong progression prospects.

The Role

• Manage a varied caseload of defendant EL / PL personal injury claims
• Assist senior lawyers on complex and high-value sports-related matters
• Handle claims on behalf of sporting organisations, clubs and insurers
• Review and manage disclosure, including large-scale document exercises and e-discovery
• Draft witness statements, reports and legal documentation
• Instruct counsel and expert witnesses
• Prepare for and attend hearings, conferences and client meetings
• Maintain regular communication with clients and third parties
• Ensure compliance with CPR and procedural requirements

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE
• Experience managing defendant EL / PL personal injury claims
• Strong understanding of negligence, liability and health & safety law
• Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
• Experience handling disclosure and drafting key legal documents
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and client handling ability
• Highly organised with strong time management skills
• Interest in sports-related matters (desirable)

Benefits

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Healthcare cover
• Pension and life assurance 4x salary
• Travel loan and cycle to work scheme
• Access to training and development programmes

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.

Contact Danielle Lawton

Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0113 511 7115 Mobile: 0737 602 8332

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