Pre-Litigation Executive

Thompsons Solicitors

Pre-Litigation Assistant at Thompsons Solicitors in Stoke supporting preparation of legal cases for injured individuals across the UK. Investigating claims and gathering evidence with a focus on client support.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeStoke on Trent • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £27,136 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigating and gathering key evidence to assess whether a claim should proceed to litigation.
Preparing files for issue — reviewing merits, arranging medical evidence, instructing experts, and ensuring everything is in place for handover.
Managing a high‑volume, varied caseload with confidence, accuracy, and strong organisational skills.
Taking detailed client, witness and expert instructions with professionalism and empathy.
Making sound, informed decisions under supervision using strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Working efficiently within KPIs and keeping accurate time records.
Using our case management system to stay fully self‑sufficient and productive.

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–2 years’ experience in a legal environment
Strong communication and client‑care skills (phone and face‑to‑face)
Knowledge of PI law, Pre‑Action Protocols, CPR and funding — or the drive to learn quickly
The ability to prioritise, manage deadlines and stay organised in a high‑volume setting
Excellent drafting, numeracy and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contributory pension scheme
23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
5 additional days off over Christmas
Permanent health insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Cycle to work scheme
Sports & social club
Annual travel & parking loans
Financial support for professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

DraftingNumeracyCase ManagementEvidence GatheringFile Preparation

Soft Skills

Client CareProfessionalismEmpathyProblem-SolvingTime Management