William James Recruitment
Property Damage & Recoveries Solicitor
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Property Damage & Recoveries Solicitor
Property Damage & Recoveries Solicitor – Manchester / Bristol / Leeds – Hybrid – Up to £65,000
A leading national law firm is seeking a Property Damage & Recoveries Solicitor to join its specialist Manchester / Bristol / Leeds team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly regarded Property Damage and Recoveries department, handling a varied and high-quality caseload for major insurer clients across both household and commercial claims.
About the Role
As a Property Damage & Recoveries Solicitor in the Manchester / Bristol / Leeds team, you’ll:
- Manage a caseload of property damage recovery claims across household and commercial lines
- Handle matters arising from fire, flood, escape of water, impact, and product liability
- Run claims typically valued between £10,000 and £100,000+
- Draft pleadings, correspondence, and technical legal documentation
- Conduct detailed investigations into liability, causation, and quantum
- Engage in settlement negotiations and ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) processes
- Support client training, seminars, and knowledge-sharing sessions
- Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team development
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Requirements
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
- Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with relevant technical experience
- 1-4 years’ experience in property damage litigation (defendant or claimant)
- Experience managing their own caseload of property damage and/or recovery claims
- Strong working knowledge of household and commercial recoveries
- Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to provide clear, practical advice
- Confident drafting and communication skills
- Ex MK11-6500 Organisational skills – proactive, able to work independently
- Client-focused with strong interpersonal skills
- Interest in negotiation, advocacy, and technically complex work
Benefits
The package includes:
- Competitive salary up to £65,000, depending on experience
- 25 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays, with 5-day buy/sell opportunity (increasing to 26 days after 5 years and 27 days after 10 years)
- Company pension scheme
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance
- Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
- Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
- A supportive working environment with clear progression pathways
- Strong training and development opportunities
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How to Apply
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Alice Ferguson Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407 Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We advise on senior and strategic appointments for high-regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms.
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