Job title: Litigation Claim Handler EL/PL in Personal Injury
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Legal
Functional Expertise: Legal
Skills: EL/PL PI Litigation Claim Handler Employers Liability Public Liability
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £47,000.00
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job published: 2025-05-12
Job ID: 33201
Gino Verheecke: Gino Verheecke
07955734044: +447955734033
ginoverheecke@talentnetworkpartners-legal.com: ginoverheecke@talentnetworkpartners-legal.com

Job Description

 

Experienced EL/PL Litigation Executive – Personal Injury

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Sector: Personal Injury – Employers’ & Public Liability (EL/PL)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (1-hour lunch)
Salary: Up to £50000 yearly (based on experience)
Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

On behalf of a highly respected, Legal 500-recognised law firm, we’re recruiting an Experienced EL/PL Litigation Executive to join their busy Newcastle office. This is not an entry-level role—applicants must have at least 1 year of hands-on experience running a litigated EL/PL caseload and a solid working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules.

The successful candidate will be joining a team that values proactive case management, strong litigation skills, and a client-first mindset.

Role Overview

  • Manage a caseload of Employers’ and Public Liability claims (fast-track, non-portal and portal-exit)

  • Issue and progress Part 7 proceedings through to settlement or trial

  • Assess liability disputes, gather supporting evidence, and advise clients accordingly

  • Draft Schedules of Special Damages and instruct medical experts

  • Value damages including PSLA, loss of earnings, and care/assistance

  • Prepare trial bundles and briefs to Counsel

  • Liaise with courts, solicitors, insurers, Counsel, and clients

  • Report regularly to clients and internal stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 1 year of EL/PL personal injury case handling, including Part 7 litigation

  • Strong grasp of relevant legislation and CPR procedures

  • Confident in issuing court proceedings and managing litigation to trial

  • Excellent drafting, organisation, and time-management skills

  • Personable, professional, and client-focused

About the Firm (Our Client)

Our client is a well-established, award-winning law firm with offices in Newcastle and Birmingham. They’re ranked in the 2025 Legal 500 for both Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence and are known for providing clear, compassionate legal support. They act for clients in PI, credit hire, clinical negligence, and housing disrepair.

Benefits & Perks

  • Hybrid working available (subject to eligibility)

  • Performance-related bonus scheme

  • 23–26 days’ holiday + bank holidays

  • Additional holiday purchase option

  • Attendance bonus & death-in-service benefit

  • Auto-enrolment pension

  • Bike-to-work scheme, public transport pass scheme

  • Annual flu jab & eyecare contributions

  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

How to Apply

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV and we will be in touch.