Assistant Lawyer

Davies; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Manchester is seeking a legal professional to join their Complex Injury Claims Team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years' experience handling complex injury claims, particularly Employer's and Public Liability cases. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential to support junior team members and manage complex caseloads. This role offers competitive benefits including a generous holiday allowance and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

24/7 online GP

Critical Illness Cover

Pension Contribution

Employee Volunteering Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years’ experience handling Defendant Large Loss EL/PL claims.
• Experience in indemnity, liability, and quantum analysis.
• Solid understanding of case law, litigation procedures, and court rules.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex injury claims from start to resolution.
• Communicate with insurer clients and draft technical advice.
• Delegate tasks to junior staff and maintain case management systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Critical thinking

Education

Qualified solicitor or equivalent legal experience

Job description

Overview

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manchester

Description

This role is for a legal professional to join the Complex Injury Claims Team at Keoghs, working closely with Partner Jonathan Booth on high-value, multi-track and catastrophic injury claims, mainly involving Employer’s Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL). The position involves detailed case analysis, drafting technical advice, and handling complex legal and medical issues. Candidates should be qualified solicitors or have equivalent legal experience, with at least 2–3 years’ experience in large loss EL/PL claims. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage and support junior team members are essential.

Key Responsibilities

You will work collaboratively with the Lead Lawyer and team to manage a caseload of complex injury claims from start to resolution. The role involves communicating with insurer clients, conducting detailed analysis of evidence, and drafting technical advice on various claim aspects. You will proactively identify and action next steps, handle technical tasks such as interviewing witnesses and attending court or mediation, and ensure performance targets and quality standards are met. Additionally, you will delegate tasks to junior staff and maintain up-to-date case management systems.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor, CILEX member, or has equivalent legal experience, with 2–3 years handling Defendant Large Loss claims, particularly EL/PL personal injury cases. Experience in indemnity, liability, quantum, and complex medical issues is essential. Strong critical thinking, quantum analysis skills, and a solid understanding of case law, litigation procedures, and court rules are required. Attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and skills in guiding junior team members are also important.

Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

* after successfully completing probation