Catastrophic Injury Associate

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Híbrido; GBP 50.000 - 61.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary up to £55,000

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Death in Service & Critical Illness

Retail discounts & nationwide offers

Progression opportunities

Training & development

Descripción de la vacante

William James Recruitment in Manchester is recruiting a Catastrophic Injury Associate to join a leading defendantinsurance law team. Hybrid working and exposure to high-value claims with insurer clients.

You will manage complex injury matters, draft pleadings, and coordinate with senior lawyers to deliver robust litigation strategies in a supportive, specialist environment.

Formación

• Qualified solicitor or experienced litigation professional with Catastrophic Injury focus.
• Experience handling catastrophic injury or large loss claims.
• Strong understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules.
• Experience dealing with insurer clients is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Manage complex injury and large loss claims from inception through to resolution.
• Handle serious and life-changing injury matters, including multi-million-pound claims.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements and other legal documents.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, experts and other stakeholders.
• Develop and implement effective case strategies to achieve the best outcomes.
• Attend conferences, mediations and court hearings as required.
• Work with Partners and senior lawyers on high-value litigation.

Conocimientos

Catastrophic injury experience

Litigation knowledge

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Educación

Qualified Solicitor

Descripción del empleo

Catastrophic Injury Associate – Manchester – Hybrid – Up to £55,000

A leading defendant insurance law firm is seeking an experienced Catastrophic Injury Associate to join its specialist team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented personal injury lawyer to work on complex, high-value claims on behalf of major insurer clients, within a highly regarded national practice.

As a Catastrophic Injury Associate in Manchester, you’ll manage a varied caseload of serious and complex injury matters, including life-changing and multi-million-pound claims. You’ll work closely with experienced lawyers and Partners on technically challenging litigation, while developing your expertise within a specialist and supportive team.

The Role

• Managing a caseload of complex injury and large loss claims from inception through to resolution


• Handling serious and life-changing injury matters, including multi-million-pound claims


• Conducting detailed investigations into liability, causation and quantum


• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation


• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other key stakeholders


• Developing and implementing effective case strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients


• Attending conferences, mediations and court hearings where required


• Working closely with Partners and senior lawyers on complex and high-value litigation


• Ensuring matters are progressed in line with client service standards and court deadlines

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Litigation Executive


• Strong experience handling catastrophic injury, large loss or complex personal injury claims


• Solid understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules


• Experience acting for or dealing with insurer clients is advantageous


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail


• Excellent drafting, communication and negotiation skills


• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively


• Commercially aware, with a proactive and strategic approach to case handling


• Collaborative team player who is equally comfortable working independently

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 depending on experience


• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 3 days; increasing to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years


• Company pension scheme


• Private medical insurance


• Death in Service and Critical Illness cover


• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers


• Supportive working environment with clear opportunities for progression


• Strong training and ongoing development opportunities