Causation Litigation Executive

Horwich Farrelly; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Manchester is looking for a Causation Litigation Executive to manage a caseload involving both DA and non-DA fraud matters. You will advise insurer clients, ensure compliance with court deadlines, and engage in advocacy work. The ideal candidate will have hands-on litigation experience and a good understanding of personal injury law. This role offers a flexible hybrid work model and generous benefits, making it a fantastic opportunity for career progression.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service)

Life Insurance & Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience managing litigation caseloads.
• Knowledge of personal injury law, defendant experience preferred.
• Confident communicator, capable of public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Handling a caseload across DA and non-DA fraud matters.
• Advising insurer clients with precision and professionalism.
• Conducting advocacy work on applications and case management conferences.

Skills

Hands-on experience managing a varied litigation caseload

Knowledge of personal injury law

Strong insurance sector insight

Confident communicator

Proficient in case management systems

Enthusiastic and self-driven

Job description

Causation Litigation Executive

Salford | Hybrid | Permanent

About HF

People. Not just lawyers.

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long‑lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward‑thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting‑edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

About the team

Our counter‑fraud department is the biggest of its type in the market, running over 700 cases to contested trials each year and winning most of them. We have secured over 2,000 findings of fundamental dishonesty since the rule was introduced (more than any other firm) and, in the process, recovered over £1m in legal costs for our clients every single year.

What you’ll be doing

• Handling your own caseload across DA and non‑DA fraud and causation matters (approx. 80/20 split)
• Complying with SLAs, court deadlines, and procedural rules (CPR)
• Carrying out advocacy work on applications and case management conferences
• Identifying fraudulent activity and liaising with intelligence analysts
• Advising insurer clients with precision and professionalism
• Updating MI reports and managing databases
• Negotiating with solicitors, clients, and insurers
• Keeping your legal expertise razor‑sharpen through training and development

What do I need?

• Hands‑on experience managing a varied litigation caseload
• Knowledge of personal injury law—defendant experience preferred
• Strong insurance sector insight
• A sharp eye for detail and the ability to think creatively under pressure
• Confident communicator, capable of public speaking and advocacy
• Proficient in case management systems and legal documentation
• Enthusiastic, self‑driven, and an exceptional team player

What’s in it for you?This is your opportunity to thrive in a firm known for nurturing talent and offering real career progression. At HF, we value your life beyond work - offering flexible hours and a supportive, rewarding environment.

You’ll enjoy

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!

What next?

If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you! Submit your CV here and we’ll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don’t have something right now, we’ll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of our talent pipeline.