Property Damage Senior Associate

2 weeks ago

Manchester England, United Kingdom Hays Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Your new company

Our client is an award-winning defendant law firm with offices across the UK. They are currently recruiting a senior associate with circa. 8 years PQE to join their Manchester Property Damage team. This is a hybrid role and a very competitive salary is available and negotiable dependant on experience.

Your new role

This Property Damage Senior Associate role will see you:

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of complex, high-value property coverage and recovery claims, including major loss and business interruption matters.
  • Provide comprehensive advice to insurers, reinsurers, and corporate clients on property damage, policy coverage, and subrogated recovery claims.
  • Prepare and review legal documentation, including advice, pleadings, and settlement agreements with precision and attention to detail.
  • Lead and mentor junior team members, offering guidance, feedback, and support in line with the firm's cultural values.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and commercially focused advice.
  • Collaborate closely with partners on complex cases, major loss investigations, and strategic client development initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Circa 8 years PQE.
  • Experience in property insurance, coverage, or recovery work.
  • Strong technical expertise in property damage, policy coverage, and subrogated recovery claims, with a proven track record advising insurers and large corporates.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding and varied caseload independently, while providing guidance and supervision to junior colleagues.
  • Exceptional drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills, coupled with meticulous attention to detail and strong commercial awareness.
  • Confident communicator skilled in building and maintaining client relationships and delivering clear, practical advice.
  • Collaborative team player with experience working across multidisciplinary teams and multiple offices or jurisdictions.
  • Proactive and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in the property and insurance sectors.

What you'll get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced property damage solicitors/chartered legal executives where you can expect a complex, high-value caseload working as part of a high-performing team. A very competitive salary is available and negotiable dependent on experience. You will be expected to attend the office twice a week.

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