Associate - Catastrophic Loss

DWF; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Opportunities for progression

Support for candidates with diverse experiences

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a qualified Solicitor to join their Catastrophic Loss team. The role involves managing a personal injury caseload and advising clients on complex legal matters. With a hybrid work model, this position offers opportunities for professional growth and requires 2-5 years PQE. Ideal candidates will have strong technical knowledge of personal injury law, excellent analytical capabilities, and proven relationship management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE required for the Solicitor role.
• Experience with defendant multi-track personal injury cases is essential.
• Strong technical knowledge of personal injury law and liability is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Handle a multi-track personal injury caseload.
• Advise clients on liability and litigation strategy.
• Draft documents and prepare for court.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge of personal injury law

Education

2-5 years PQE

Strong academics

Job description

Overview

Why join us? Our nationally recognised Catastrophic Loss team at DWF (one of the largest in the UK) are currently recruiting for a qualified Solicitor to join their team in Newcastle. The team represents a wide range of leading insurers, including many household names, specialising in complex, high value cases. These cases include Road Traffic Accidents (RTAs), Employers’ Liability (EL), and Public Liability (PL) matters, with claim values ranging from £150,000 to £20 million. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team handling some of the most challenging and rewarding cases in the industry with opportunities for progression. The role is hybrid and we can also consider candidates from Manchester and Leeds.

Responsibilities

• To handle a multi-track personal injury caseload, in addition to assisting senior team members on high value complex cases.
• Advising clients, including insurers and corporate clients, on liability, quantum, and litigation strategy.
• Drafting documents, preparing for court, and engaging in settlement negotiations.
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships through excellent service delivery.
• Staying updated on legal developments in catastrophic injury and insurance law.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE
• Experience handling or assisting on defendant multi-track personal injury cases, including EL/PL or RTA matters.
• Strong technical knowledge of personal injury law, liability, and quantum assessment.
• Exceptional analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding service and results.
• Strong academics.

What we offer

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you\'re excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About Us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do. DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.