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Property Damage Solicitor/Associate (RETRAIN)
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Our client is a highly-respected defendant firm with offices nationwide. They are currently recruiting for a solicitor or associate to join their well-regarded property damage team in their Manchester or Birmingham offices on a hybrid basis. This role is open to individuals with a strong civil litigation background looking to retrain.
Your new role
This Property Damage Solicitor/Associate role will see you responsible for:
- Independently manage a caseload of property damage related claims
- Contribute to higher-value cases as part of a collaborative team.
- Interpret and respond to client needs, ensuring all casework aligns with client SLAs and industry best practices.
- Assess risk and exercise sound judgment to support and justify decisions to both internal stakeholders and external clients.
- Organise and prioritise tasks to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.
- Cultivate strong relationships across internal teams and external partners to expand business networks and deepen understanding of the Firm's strategic goals and client expectations.
- Serve as a mentor and primary point of contact for junior team members, offering guidance and support as needed.
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What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive (NQ+)
- Previous civil litigation experience
- Experience of property insurance claims (beneficial)
- Strong technical proficiency and a keen enthusiasm for all aspects of commercial insurance
What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity for qualified solicitors or chartered legal executives with previous experience handling property-related claims including property damage, policy coverage, subrogated claims and product liability. You can expect a full and interesting caseload working as part of a high-performing team. A competitive salary and bonus structure is available and negotiable dependent on experience.
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