Associate - Property Damage

DWF Law LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF is seeking a Property Damage Associate to join our Commercial Insurance team in London. You will manage a caseload of property-related claims, including third party property damage, product liability, and subrogated recoveries, with a hybrid working pattern requiring one day per week in the London office.

The role demands 3+ years PQE in Property Damage or Property Litigation or Subrogated Recoveries, technical insurance knowledge, and a proven track record of meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE within Property Damage, Property Litigations or Subrogated Recoveries.
• Experience handling insurance property related caseload including third party property damage, product liability, policy coverage and subrogated recoveries.
• Technical expertise and strong interest in Commercial Insurance matters.
• Proven track record of delivering results within strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of property related claims.
• Understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice.
• Analyse risk and justify decisions to clients internally and externally.
• Prioritise work effectively and maximise efficiency in working practices.
• Provide support and act as the go-to person for more junior team members.

Skills

Property Damage

Property Litigation

Subrogated Recoveries

Insurance knowledge

Job description

Why join us?

Our Commercial Insurance team are currently hiring for a Property Damage Associate to join the team.

The Commercial Insurance team work with a prestigious client base and handle a varied caseload of complex insurance property related disputes including, third party property damage (TPPD), product liability, policy coverage and subrogated recoveries.

The role is hybrid, and we expect the successful individual to work one day per week from our London office.

Responsibilities

• To manage your own caseload of property related claims.
• Understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice.
• Analyse risk and further develop sound judgement enabling the justification of decisions to clients internally and externally.
• Prioritise work effectively and maximise efficiency in working practices.
• Provide support and act as the 'go to person' for more junior members in the team.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• 3+ years PQE within Property Damageor Property Litigations or Subrogated Recoveries
• Prior experience handling an insurance property related caseload, including experience in third party property damage, product liability, policy coverage and subrogated recoveries.
• Technical expertise and a strong interest in Commercial Insurance matters generally.
• A proven track record of delivering results within strict deadlines and timeframes.

Desirable

• The ability to communicate and manage often complex issues for both internal and external stakeholder.
• A self-motivated individual who can also effectively coach and develop others within the team.

What we offer?

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

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.