Location: Manchester (Remote with occasional monthly office attendance)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-Time
Hybrid working arrangement: predominantly remote, with one office visit per month.
Flexible working hours: choose start and finish times that suit your needs.
31 days (including public holidays). Earn up to 4 additional days based on length of service. Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave.
A supportive and collaborative work environment. An additional day off for your birthday. Regular social events and an "Employee of the Month" rewards program.
About the Role: Our client, a well-established and rapidly growing law firm based in Manchester, is seeking a Polish-speaking Employers’ Liability/Public Liability (EL/PL) Solicitor due to an expanding caseload. You will have the opportunity to manage a full caseload of liability claims from start to finish, taking ownership of diverse cases in a supportive team environment. In this role, you will be working alongside a great team, while reporting directly to an experienced manager. Fluency in Polish is preferred but not essential. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a reputable firm that prides itself on delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take full ownership of a caseload of employers’ liability and public liability claims from inception through to resolution.
- Assess liability and damages, review medical reports, and conduct thorough analysis of claims.
- Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, and schedules of loss.
- Provide strategic legal advice to clients, ensuring efficient progression of cases.
- Collaborate with the portal team and other solicitors to ensure the smooth handling of cases.
- Work closely with the team manager to meet departmental objectives and performance targets.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory standards throughout case management.
About You:
The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with:
- 3–5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in managing EL/PL claims.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and case law in EL/PL matters.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with keen attention to detail.
- Exceptional client care abilities and effective communication skills.
- A collaborative approach to working with solicitors and support staff.
- Fluency in Polish is preferred but not essential.
- Willingness to attend the Manchester office at least once per month.
If you’re an experienced EL/PL Solicitor ready to manage a full caseload in a flexible, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a growing firm and make a meaningful impact in this rewarding position.
* All offers of employment are subject to a background check.
* Relevant right-to-work documentation is essential in this role.
Polish-Speaking Employers’ Liability/Public Liability (EL/PL) Solicitor employer: Venatu Recruitment Group
Contact Detail:
Venatu Recruitment Group Recruiting Team