Claims Handler – Defendant Personal Injury (1–2 Years)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Bradford
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£35,000 / year
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Personal Injury Claims EL/PL Claims MOJ EL/PL Portal Negotiation Risk Management IT Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Claims Handler – Defendant Personal Injury (1–2 Years)

An established UK law firm with a strong reputation in defendant personal injury work is seeking a Claims Handler to join its Defendant Personal Injury team. This is a pre-litigation role focused on defending EL/PL claims, offering hands-on fee-earning experience within a structured, process-driven environment based in a modern city-centre office.

Role Overview:

An established UK law firm with a strong reputation in defendant personal injury work is seeking a Claims Handler to join its Defendant Personal Injury team. This is a pre-litigation role focused on defending EL/PL claims, offering hands-on fee-earning experience within a structured, process-driven environment based in a modern city-centre office.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed:

  • 1–2 PQE (or equivalent experience) handling personal injury claims
  • Experience defending pre-litigation EL/PL claims
  • Confident use of the MOJ EL/PL Portal
  • Strong negotiation skills on liability and quantum
  • Experience liaising with opponents, experts, clients, and statutory bodies
  • Ability to manage reserves, risk, and financial information accurately
  • Strong IT skills and a methodical, process-driven approach

What’s On Offer:

  • Salary up to £35,000
  • 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy more
  • Pension scheme and life assurance
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Interest-free travel loan
  • Reward, recognition, and wellbeing platform with discounts

Apply Now:

Apply today by submitting your CV to be considered for this opportunity within a growing defendant personal injury team.

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