Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers’ liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers’ and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year on year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK. Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest rated firms in the sector. The Role We are seeking an experienced OL/PL Claimant Senior Solicitor to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and commercially minded lawyer to manage a high-quality caseload of Occupier’s and Public Liability claims, working within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will handle your own caseload of litigated OL/PL matters from inception through to conclusion, with the opportunity to work on both fast track and multi-track claims. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, supported by strong non-CMC referral sources, ensuring you are dealing with genuine and meritorious claims. This is a target-driven role where success is rewarded through a generous, uncapped commission structure. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Responsibilities Managing a caseload of OL/PL claims from cradle to grave Handling both pre-issue and litigated fast track and multi-track matters Conducting legal research and providing clear, commercial legal advice Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documents Negotiating settlements with opponents and insurers Progressing cases efficiently through litigation Representing clients at court where required Working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment Collaborating with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes Keeping up to date with developments in relevant law and practice Supporting junior team members Person Specification Qualified Solicitor, CILEX, or equivalent experience (5–8+ PQE) Proven track record of managing a litigated OL/PL claimant caseload Experience handling cases from inception to trial or disposal Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules Experience handling fast track and multi-track OL/PL claims Strong negotiation and advocacy skills Ability to manage a busy caseload independently Commercial and client-focused approach Proclaim experience (advantageous) Tenacity, enthusiasm, and a proactive mindset Salary
Senior Solicitor employer: Express Solicitors
Express Solicitors is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a focus on personal injury claims, our Manchester headquarters provides a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers, all while enjoying competitive benefits and a generous commission scheme.
