EL Fee Earner

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  • Join a Top 200 law firm specialising in personal injury
  • Manage your own caseload of fast-track EL cases
  • Competitive salary + uncapped bonus scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for an EL Fee Earner to join a Legal 500 recognised personal injury team at a firm that’s continuing to grow despite wider market challenges.

You’ll benefit from excellent supervision, high-quality non-CMC work, and a collaborative culture with genuine progression opportunities.

Who we’re looking for

  • At least 1 year PQE, CILEx, or equivalent experience – qualification less important than tenacity and ability
  • Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload
  • Experience managing pre- and post-issue fast-track EL claims
  • Strong knowledge of CPR, MOJ protocol and litigation process
  • Experience of the portal and running litigated files to trial/disposal
  • Familiarity with Proclaim case management system
  • Committed, organised and target-driven while maintaining excellent client care

What you’ll be doing

  • Manage your own caseload of fast-track EL matters, predominately pre- and post-issue claims
  • Handle a mixture of liability admitted and disputed cases
  • Ensure compliance with CPR, SRA and court directions
  • Maintain efficient, proactive case progression and regular client updates
  • Negotiate settlements and achieve the best possible outcomes
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary: Competitive, DOE
  • Bonus: Uncapped, lucrative scheme
  • Holiday: 23 days plus bank holidays
  • Additional: Employee Assistance Programme, workplace pension, secure bike storage
  • Perks: Roof garden with table tennis, regular social events
  • Development: Excellent training, away days, and career progression into more senior fee-earning roles
  • Recognition: Join a stable, Legal 500 recognised firm with Law Society accreditation and multiple panel members

📩 Contact Kim Stark

Call 03300 245 606 or email kim.stark@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply confidentially.

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Key details

Salary

£27,000 - £45,000

Location

  • Greater Manchester

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Personal Injury

Job ref

V-34344-5

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