Employers' Liability & Public Liability Litigation Executive

About the role

We are seeking an Employers’ Liability and Public Liability Litigation Executive to join a leading national law firm’s Manchester team. You will take ownership of a delegated‑authority, fixed‑fee caseload of EL/PL claims, working closely with insurer clients and senior colleagues.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a delegated‑authority EL/PL caseload from instruction through to settlement.
• Handle both litigated and pre‑litigated matters, including PAD applications and Infant Approval Hearings.
• Draft pleadings, Tomlin Orders, Consent Orders and other legal documentation.
• Review liability, quantum and evidence to shape case strategy.
• Instruct counsel and experts, prepare for hearings and attend conferences.
• Negotiate settlements with opponents and external stakeholders.
• Oversee disclosure, CRU, medical records review and evidence collation.
• Support senior fee earners on complex, higher‑value matters.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing a litigated EL/PL caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident liaison with solicitors, witnesses and external parties.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, analytical and collaborative approach.

Required skills

• Case management systems

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Pension scheme, private medical insurance and death in service cover.
• Training, development and clear progression opportunities.