Employment Liability / Public Liability Casualty Solicitor (Hybrid)
Colchester - CO1 1TG
Up to £90k + commission


The Opportunity;
A leading defendant insurance law firm is looking to appoint an experienced EL / PL Casualty Solicitor to join their growing Colchester team. This is a fantastic opportunity to handle a varied caseload of employer’s liability and public liability claims on behalf of insurer clients, within a supportive and high-performing environment.


The Role;
You will manage your own caseload of EL / PL matters from instruction through to settlement or trial. The work will include a mix of fast-track and multi-track claims, with a focus on delivering strong technical outcomes and excellent client service.


Key Responsibilities;
*Managing a caseload of EL / PL personal injury claims (portal, non-portal and litigated files)
*Advising insurers and insured clients on liability, quantum, and coverage issues
*Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and schedules; managing disclosure and expert evidence
*Conducting negotiations and settlement discussions, including Part 36 offers and mediations
*Instructing and liaising with counsel and experts where appropriate
*Providing clear, commercial, and pragmatic advice to insurer and corporate clients
*Ensuring compliance with CPR, pre-action protocols, and client service level agreements (SLAs)
*Supporting junior team members where required and contributing to team development
*Building and maintaining strong client relationships


About You;
*Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
*Strong experience in EL/PL casualty claims, (preferably gained within a defendant insurance environment)
*Confident managing litigated matters with supervision
*Sound understanding of liability, quantum, and procedural issues
*Strong written and verbal communication skills
*Commercial and pragmatic approach
*Desirable
*Experience advising on coverage issues alongside liability disputes
*Experience acting for insurers, TPAs, or large corporate insureds
What’s on Offer;
*High-quality defendant insurance work
*A collaborative and supportive working environment
*Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
*Competitive salary and benefits package
*Opportunity for progression within a growing firm


Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing firm with a strong reputation in the insurance sector. You’ll gain exposure to high-quality work while benefiting from genuine career progression and flexibility.


Interested?
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.
This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who wants to play a meaningful role in a growing and ambitious firm.