Associate / Senior Associate - Insurance Fraud

DWF; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join our national Insurance Fraud team. You will handle high-value fraud litigation, including EL/PL claims, staged accidents, organised fraud rings, and complex personal injury disputes, while managing a challenging caseload and guiding junior staff.

You will build strong client relationships with major insurers, deliver strategic and technical advice, and play a key role in the continued growth of the practice.

Qualifications

• Experience handling EL/PL claims, staged accidents, and complex personal injury disputes.
• Proven ability to lead complex caseloads with minimal supervision.
• Strong client relation skills and strategic advisory capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on complex and high-value fraud litigation for EL/PL claims and related disputes.
• Supervise junior team members and contribute to training and development.
• Build strong client relationships with major insurers and provide strategic, technical advice.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and growth of the Insurance Fraud practice.
• Engage in litigation strategy, advocacy, and trial preparation for challenging matters.

Skills

High-value litigation

Client relationships

Leadership & mentoring

Business development

Cost management

Job description

Why join us?

DWF is seeking a highly experienced and commercially minded Associate or Senior Associate to join our nationally recognised Insurance Fraud team. Working with major insurers and household-name clients, you'll handle complex, high-value fraud litigation, including fraudulent EL/PL claims, staged accidents, organised fraud rings and complex personal injury disputes. This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career, managing a challenging caseload, providing strategic advice on high-profile claims and playing a key role in the continued growth and success of the team. The successful candidate can be based in any of our regional offices including Birmingham, Leeds, Newcastle, Liverpool, Manchester with the option of a hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on complex and high-value fraud litigation, including fraudulent EL/PL claims, staged accidents, organised fraud rings and complex personal injury disputes.
• Supervise junior team members and contribute to training and development.
• Build strong client relationships with major insurers, delivering strategic and technical advice.
• Play a key role in business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of the Insurance Fraud practice.
• Engage in litigation strategy, advocacy, and trial preparation for technically challenging matters.

What will help you succeed in this role?

• Experience managing employers liability (EL), public liability (PL), catastrophic loss or casualty claims (claimant or defendant).
• A proven track record of running a complex caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Commercial acumen and experience in delivering excellent client service.
• A proactive approach to file strategy, innovation, and cost management.

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.

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. 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.