Catastrophic Injury Associate - Fully Remote

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm is seeking a Catastrophic Injury Associate to manage complex claims in a fully remote role. The ideal candidate will have a client-focused approach, strong communication skills, and experience in personal injury law. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000 DOE, ample benefits including private medical and dental, and opportunities for career progression. Occasional office visits required.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus option to purchase more

Private medical & dental insurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Up to 8% pension contributions

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a defendant personal injury solicitor is a plus.
• Claimant solicitors wanting to transition into defendant work are also welcome.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Catastrophic Injury files.
• Support senior fee earners on high-value claims.
• Conduct liability investigations and policy coverage reviews.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Client-focused approach

Excellent communication skills

Previous defendant personal injury experience

Ability to mentor junior team members

Job description

Catastrophic Injury Associate - fully remote - Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

My client is an international law firm, and they are looking to recruit a Catastrophic Injury Associate for their expanding Catastrophic Injury department.

You'll be working on a varied caseload of complex, high-value files that include RTA, EL/PL, and indemnity matters. You will work alongside Legal 500-recognised Partners. This is an excellent opportunity to assist on and run large loss claims, gaining hands-on experience with some of the most challenging and rewarding files in the industry.
What you'll be doing:

• Managing your own caseload of Catastrophic Injury files
• Supporting senior fee earners on significant, high-value catastrophic claims
• Conducting liability investigations, policy coverage reviews, and quantum assessments
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to their development
• Building strong relationships with longstanding clients and helping grow new ones

What we're looking for:

• Previous defendant personal injury experience (Catastrophic Injury not essential)
• OR claimant solicitors looking to transition into defendant work
• Confident, client-focused approach with excellent communication skills

Why join?

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE + bonus
• Fully remote (once a quarter max you will have to attend the office, more likely twice a year)
• 25 days annual leave + option to purchase 5 more
• Private medical & dental, enhanced maternity/paternity, up to 8% pension contributions
• Clear career progression and development opportunities

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