Clyde & Co
Associate (2-5 PQE) Catastrophic Injury - Employers Liability/Public Liability
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Associate (2–5 PQE) – Catastrophic Injury Team
About the Role
We are recruiting an Associate (2–5 years Post-Qualification Experience) to join our Catastrophic Injury team at Clyde & Co, Manchester.
This is a pivotal position within a high-performing and nationally recognised practice, where you will represent leading insurer and corporate clients on complex, high-value personal injury claims, with a focus on catastrophic and large loss matters arising from Employers’ Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL). Cases include serious and life-changing injury litigation.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of complex multi-track claims, particularly catastrophic and large loss EL/PL matters
- Assisting partners and senior lawyers on high-value, technically demanding cases
- Conducting detailed liability investigations and quantum assessments
- Instructing and liaising with counsel, experts, and stakeholders across the claim lifecycle
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentation
- Supporting strategic case management and early resolution strategies for clients
- Maintaining strong client relationships and delivering exceptional service standards
- Contributing to team knowledge-sharing and wider business development initiatives
Required Skills & Experience
- Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 2–5 years’ Post-Qualification Experience (PQE)
- Proven experience in handling Employers’ Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) claims
- Knowledge of multi-track litigation, particularly in catastrophic or high-value loss matters
- Strong technical legal skills with a proactive approach to case management
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management ability
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Commercial awareness with a client-focused mindset
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The Team
Our Catastrophic Injury team is a market leader in managing complex, high-value claims for a diverse range of insurer and corporate clients. The team is recognised for its technical expertise, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes.
About Clyde & Co
When you join Clyde & Co, you become part of an organisation of 500+ partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals, and 5,500 employees spread across nearly 70 offices worldwide.
Our core values guide our decisions, united purpose, and sustainable delivery for both clients and the firm:
- We work as one – united in purpose, ambitious and agile.
- We excel with clients – by thinking ahead, adapting proactively and achieving exceptional outcomes.
- We celebrate difference – embracing diversity, equity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
- We act boldly – making courageous, forward-thinking decisions for the firm and our communities.
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Commitment to Responsibility & Impact
We actively support our communities, promoting diversity and inclusion, and operating sustainably:
- Pro bono work, volunteering, and charitable partnerships.
- Environmental responsibility, including alignment with the SBTi Net-Zero standard and ambitious emissions reduction targets.
- A workplace free from discrimination, where fairness and equity drive progress for all employees.
Equal Opportunities & Diversity
Clyde & Co is an equal opportunities employer. Our values reinforce fairness, inclusion, and diversity, prohibiting all forms of workplace discrimination. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.
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The role description is subject to reasonable amendments based on evolving business needs.
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