Job Title: Clinical Negligence Lawyer Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Clinical Negligence Lawyer Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Job Title: OL / PL Portal Litigation Executive Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of £26,500, with a very generous Portal Bonus Scheme Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: OL / PL Portal Litigation Executive Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of £26,500, with a very generous Portal Bonus Scheme Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Litigation Executive Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Litigation Executive Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Job Title: OL / PL Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of £26,500, with a very generous Portal Bonus Scheme Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: We are currently looking for a Litigation Executive to join our Portal Team in the OL/PL department. Tenacity, ability and enthusiasm are more important than qualification. You will be expected to manage your own caseload in the role. For candidates we offer strong supervision channels, excellent training including away days, chance to join a highly ambitious and growing firm. We have high quality non-CMC work and a positive working environment. We also have a roof garden with table tennis, as an addition to our strong range of employee benefits, more details below. Responsibilities : Take initial instructions from client and complete FN009. Ensure correct accident circumstances, injuries and potential losses are recorded on the file. Obtain FOAs for medical records and request from medical agency. Research to ensure the claim is submitted to the correct potential Defendant(s) Research into accident location, requesting photographs, CCTV, receipts etc. to ensure the appropriate evidence is obtained as early as possible. Consideration of the relevant Statute/law to draft allegations to the Defendant. Consider Claimant's injuries to ensure correct protocol is being followed. Submit Claims Notification Form (CNF) or Letter of Claim to the Defendant(s) Chasing Defendant and/or insurer for response Consideration of denial and/or disclosure received from Defendant. Weekly review with supervisor Ensure client is kept updated throughout process. 60+ CNF/LOC per month target to attain £100 bonus. Person Specification: LLB Law degree required. Good customer care skills including empathy and the ability to obtain information. High degree of accuracy Administration or telephone-based customer service background is preferable. Experience with the OL/PL portal is a distinct advantage. Experience of Proclaim case management system. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of £26,500, with a very generous Portal Bonus Scheme Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Caseworker, Public Liability Lawyer, Occupiers Liability Assistant, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Law, Chartered Legal Executive, Personal Injury Caseworker, PI Caseworker, Personal Injury Fee Earner, PI Fee Earner, Solicitor will also be considered for this role.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: OL / PL Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of £26,500, with a very generous Portal Bonus Scheme Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: We are currently looking for a Litigation Executive to join our Portal Team in the OL/PL department. Tenacity, ability and enthusiasm are more important than qualification. You will be expected to manage your own caseload in the role. For candidates we offer strong supervision channels, excellent training including away days, chance to join a highly ambitious and growing firm. We have high quality non-CMC work and a positive working environment. We also have a roof garden with table tennis, as an addition to our strong range of employee benefits, more details below. Responsibilities : Take initial instructions from client and complete FN009. Ensure correct accident circumstances, injuries and potential losses are recorded on the file. Obtain FOAs for medical records and request from medical agency. Research to ensure the claim is submitted to the correct potential Defendant(s) Research into accident location, requesting photographs, CCTV, receipts etc. to ensure the appropriate evidence is obtained as early as possible. Consideration of the relevant Statute/law to draft allegations to the Defendant. Consider Claimant's injuries to ensure correct protocol is being followed. Submit Claims Notification Form (CNF) or Letter of Claim to the Defendant(s) Chasing Defendant and/or insurer for response Consideration of denial and/or disclosure received from Defendant. Weekly review with supervisor Ensure client is kept updated throughout process. 60+ CNF/LOC per month target to attain £100 bonus. Person Specification: LLB Law degree required. Good customer care skills including empathy and the ability to obtain information. High degree of accuracy Administration or telephone-based customer service background is preferable. Experience with the OL/PL portal is a distinct advantage. Experience of Proclaim case management system. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of £26,500, with a very generous Portal Bonus Scheme Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Caseworker, Public Liability Lawyer, Occupiers Liability Assistant, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Law, Chartered Legal Executive, Personal Injury Caseworker, PI Caseworker, Personal Injury Fee Earner, PI Fee Earner, Solicitor will also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: We are currently looking for an additional Paralegal to join our Housing Disrepair team. Ideally the successful candidate will have a minimum of 12 months housing disrepair experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are key attributes in helping to get the best results for our clients. The role requires management of your own caseload of pre-and-and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Responsibilities : Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: Proven track record of handling a caseload of housing disrepair claims Genuine tenacity. Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Excellent client care ability, with a passion for achieving the best possible outcome for our clients. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Executive mayl also be considered for this role.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: We are currently looking for an additional Paralegal to join our Housing Disrepair team. Ideally the successful candidate will have a minimum of 12 months housing disrepair experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are key attributes in helping to get the best results for our clients. The role requires management of your own caseload of pre-and-and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Responsibilities : Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: Proven track record of handling a caseload of housing disrepair claims Genuine tenacity. Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Excellent client care ability, with a passion for achieving the best possible outcome for our clients. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Executive mayl also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Costs Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : We offer a Salary is £27,000 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: Monday 19th January 2026 Are you a Finance, Economics or Business Graduate? Want to try something different? About The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our legal team as a Costs Litigation Assistant. Don't worry you don't need to have experience in law! We believe that your degree experience will give you a great foundation to build on. We provide full training on all aspects of the role. You will have a work Buddy and work closely with your Line Manager. You will get involved in: Preparation of costs schedules for trial. Counting and drafting breakdowns of costs at case conclusion, to assist with recovery of costs from between the parties to litigation and to assist with calculating client charges. Liaising with service providers to our clients such as barristers to ascertain final fees and fee estimates. Preparation of risk assessments. Making telephone calls to progress cases in terms of costs negotiations and payments on account of cost. Assisting with the preparation of cost budgets. Reviewing the work done for the client and preparing chronologies and descriptions of the steps taken. We offer a Salary is £27,000 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved. We have a cohort of Costs Litigation Assistants starting on Monday 19th January 2026. If you are available to start full time from then, we would love to hear from you. We set you up to succeed: We provide full training through our Costs Training Programme on all aspects of the role. A Costs Litigation Assistant works with the costs team and solicitors to manage the financial side of legal cases. This includes preparing, checking and negotiating costs, bills and schedules (which are lists of expenses). They also help make sure the firm recovers the money it's owed. Training will be given in new starter groups and one to one at your desk (both in person and over MS Teams). We are committed to providing our employees with the guidance and resources they need to succeed in their roles and advance their careers. We deliver on progression: This role has great career progression routes such as: Trainee Costs Draftsperson: A tailored in-house training programme rotating throughout the three different costs roles (file handling, technical bill drafting and budgeting) Trainee ACL lawyer, which is a formal qualification from the Association of Cost Lawyers for those who haven't completed a law degree. Solicitors Training Contract to qualify as a Solicitor for those who have completed a law degree. What are we looking for? A degree such as Finance, Economics, Business or other similar degree. GCSE Maths & English at C grade or above. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to produce work that is highly accurate with excellent attention to detail. The ability to assess and analyse both numerical and written information. Be highly motivated, with the ability to work under pressure. The ability to work under your own initiative. Have a working knowledge of IT systems like Microsoft Office packages. About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a Summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We are also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 4/1 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Finance Graduate, Business Graduate, Economics Graduate, Cost Litigation Executive, Cost Litigation Administrator, Legal Administrators, Legal Assistant, Legal Cost Analysis may also be considered for this role.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Costs Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : We offer a Salary is £27,000 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: Monday 19th January 2026 Are you a Finance, Economics or Business Graduate? Want to try something different? About The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our legal team as a Costs Litigation Assistant. Don't worry you don't need to have experience in law! We believe that your degree experience will give you a great foundation to build on. We provide full training on all aspects of the role. You will have a work Buddy and work closely with your Line Manager. You will get involved in: Preparation of costs schedules for trial. Counting and drafting breakdowns of costs at case conclusion, to assist with recovery of costs from between the parties to litigation and to assist with calculating client charges. Liaising with service providers to our clients such as barristers to ascertain final fees and fee estimates. Preparation of risk assessments. Making telephone calls to progress cases in terms of costs negotiations and payments on account of cost. Assisting with the preparation of cost budgets. Reviewing the work done for the client and preparing chronologies and descriptions of the steps taken. We offer a Salary is £27,000 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved. We have a cohort of Costs Litigation Assistants starting on Monday 19th January 2026. If you are available to start full time from then, we would love to hear from you. We set you up to succeed: We provide full training through our Costs Training Programme on all aspects of the role. A Costs Litigation Assistant works with the costs team and solicitors to manage the financial side of legal cases. This includes preparing, checking and negotiating costs, bills and schedules (which are lists of expenses). They also help make sure the firm recovers the money it's owed. Training will be given in new starter groups and one to one at your desk (both in person and over MS Teams). We are committed to providing our employees with the guidance and resources they need to succeed in their roles and advance their careers. We deliver on progression: This role has great career progression routes such as: Trainee Costs Draftsperson: A tailored in-house training programme rotating throughout the three different costs roles (file handling, technical bill drafting and budgeting) Trainee ACL lawyer, which is a formal qualification from the Association of Cost Lawyers for those who haven't completed a law degree. Solicitors Training Contract to qualify as a Solicitor for those who have completed a law degree. What are we looking for? A degree such as Finance, Economics, Business or other similar degree. GCSE Maths & English at C grade or above. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to produce work that is highly accurate with excellent attention to detail. The ability to assess and analyse both numerical and written information. Be highly motivated, with the ability to work under pressure. The ability to work under your own initiative. Have a working knowledge of IT systems like Microsoft Office packages. About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a Summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We are also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 4/1 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Finance Graduate, Business Graduate, Economics Graduate, Cost Litigation Executive, Cost Litigation Administrator, Legal Administrators, Legal Assistant, Legal Cost Analysis may also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Clinical Negligence Lawyer Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: Express Solicitors is entering an exciting phase of sustained growth, and our Clinical Negligence Department is expanding as a result of continued success and strong marketing performance. We are currently experiencing a significant increase in new clinical negligence instructions and are therefore seeking to recruit an additional lawyer to join our team. This role offers genuine career progression, and we are particularly keen to attract candidates who are ambitious, committed to professional development, and aspire to progress to Associate level in the future. Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of Clinical Negligence claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: We are seeking a qualified and motivated lawyer with 1-3 years' PQE, CILEx qualification, or who is qualified by experience, to join our Clinical Negligence team. The successful candidate will demonstrate tenacity, enthusiasm, and strong technical ability, alongside a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients. You will manage a varied caseload of clinical negligence matters, including both pre-issue and issued cases, typically valued up to £100,000 (although more complex cases are available for the right candidate). You must have clinical negligence experience and be able to work for candidates with empathy and understanding. A key and rare opportunity within this role is the chance to work closely with the Head of Department, assisting on high-value and catastrophic injury clinical negligence claims, including birth injury cases Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Fee Earner, Solicitor, Legal Caseworker, Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, Clinical Negligence Lawyer, Clinical Negligence Solicitor, may also be considered for this role.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Clinical Negligence Lawyer Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: Express Solicitors is entering an exciting phase of sustained growth, and our Clinical Negligence Department is expanding as a result of continued success and strong marketing performance. We are currently experiencing a significant increase in new clinical negligence instructions and are therefore seeking to recruit an additional lawyer to join our team. This role offers genuine career progression, and we are particularly keen to attract candidates who are ambitious, committed to professional development, and aspire to progress to Associate level in the future. Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of Clinical Negligence claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: We are seeking a qualified and motivated lawyer with 1-3 years' PQE, CILEx qualification, or who is qualified by experience, to join our Clinical Negligence team. The successful candidate will demonstrate tenacity, enthusiasm, and strong technical ability, alongside a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients. You will manage a varied caseload of clinical negligence matters, including both pre-issue and issued cases, typically valued up to £100,000 (although more complex cases are available for the right candidate). You must have clinical negligence experience and be able to work for candidates with empathy and understanding. A key and rare opportunity within this role is the chance to work closely with the Head of Department, assisting on high-value and catastrophic injury clinical negligence claims, including birth injury cases Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Fee Earner, Solicitor, Legal Caseworker, Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, Clinical Negligence Lawyer, Clinical Negligence Solicitor, may also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Solicitor Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary: A basic salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we ser
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Solicitor Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary: A basic salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we ser
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Solicitor Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: We are looking for a driven and experienced Claimant Housing Disrepair Solicitor to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of housing disrepair matters on behalf of tenants, delivering exceptional client care and achieving strong legal outcomes. Ideally, you will have 3+ years' PQE/CILEX, although we will also consider candidates who are qualified by experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are essential qualities for achieving the best results for our clients. This role involves managing a full caseload of both pre- and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a highly competitive commission structure in which every lawyer receives a percentage of each successful case-without caps or hurdles-ensuring you are rewarded for every completion. Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conduct legal research and provide clear, accurate legal advice to clients. Prepare and draft key legal documentation, including pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence. Negotiate settlements and, where required, represent clients in court. Work effectively within a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Supervise a small sub-team as required. Collaborate with colleagues to secure positive case outcomes. Stay informed on relevant legislation, case law, and regulatory developments. Draft letters of claim and conduct all aspects of litigation, including liaising with defendants, experts, and opposing solicitors. Assess liability and quantum, obtain expert evidence, and prepare schedules of loss. Attend hearings, mediations, and settlement meetings when necessary. Maintain strong, supportive client communication throughout the life of each case. Ensure cases progress efficiently and comply with internal, SRA, and FCA requirements where applicable. Utilise case management systems and digital workflows effectively. Person Specification: Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (3 + years PQE preferred, but all levels considered). Proven experience handling housing disrepair or civil litigation matters. Strong knowledge of pre-action protocols, CPR, and evidential requirements. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills. Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Empathetic, client-focused communicator committed to achieving the best outcomes. Capable of working independently and collaboratively. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Experience supporting vulnerable clients. Experience using case management software; Proclaim experience is an advantage. Demonstrated ability to manage litigated cases from start to finish Genuine tenacity and a proactive approach. Solid understanding of civil procedure rules and litigation trends, with the ability to apply them strategically. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Fee Earner, Housing Disrepair Litigator will also be considered for this role.
Jan 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Solicitor Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: We are looking for a driven and experienced Claimant Housing Disrepair Solicitor to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of housing disrepair matters on behalf of tenants, delivering exceptional client care and achieving strong legal outcomes. Ideally, you will have 3+ years' PQE/CILEX, although we will also consider candidates who are qualified by experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are essential qualities for achieving the best results for our clients. This role involves managing a full caseload of both pre- and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a highly competitive commission structure in which every lawyer receives a percentage of each successful case-without caps or hurdles-ensuring you are rewarded for every completion. Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conduct legal research and provide clear, accurate legal advice to clients. Prepare and draft key legal documentation, including pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence. Negotiate settlements and, where required, represent clients in court. Work effectively within a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Supervise a small sub-team as required. Collaborate with colleagues to secure positive case outcomes. Stay informed on relevant legislation, case law, and regulatory developments. Draft letters of claim and conduct all aspects of litigation, including liaising with defendants, experts, and opposing solicitors. Assess liability and quantum, obtain expert evidence, and prepare schedules of loss. Attend hearings, mediations, and settlement meetings when necessary. Maintain strong, supportive client communication throughout the life of each case. Ensure cases progress efficiently and comply with internal, SRA, and FCA requirements where applicable. Utilise case management systems and digital workflows effectively. Person Specification: Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (3 + years PQE preferred, but all levels considered). Proven experience handling housing disrepair or civil litigation matters. Strong knowledge of pre-action protocols, CPR, and evidential requirements. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills. Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Empathetic, client-focused communicator committed to achieving the best outcomes. Capable of working independently and collaboratively. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Experience supporting vulnerable clients. Experience using case management software; Proclaim experience is an advantage. Demonstrated ability to manage litigated cases from start to finish Genuine tenacity and a proactive approach. Solid understanding of civil procedure rules and litigation trends, with the ability to apply them strategically. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Fee Earner, Housing Disrepair Litigator will also be considered for this role.