Catastrophic Injury Associate/Senior Associate

Michael Page Legal; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Job summary

Michael Page Legal is seeking a Catastrophic Injury Associate/Senior Associate to manage a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims and provide clear legal advice to clients. The role involves drafting, collaboration with colleagues, attending court hearings, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge to ensure regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will have 3–7 years PQE as a Solicitor or CILEX, with strong Employers and Public Liability expertise, CPR/insurance litigation knowledge,

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with 3-7 years PQE.
• Extensive knowledge of Employers and Public Liability claims.
• Expert knowledge of CPR and Insurance litigation processes.
• Experience advising commercial organisations and dealing with insurers.
• Experience conducting own advocacy in courts/tribunals.
• Experience supervising solicitors and support staff.
• Experience using PfW or other legal case management systems.
• Ability to manage own caseload and meet deadlines while generating fees.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims.
• Provide clear and practical legal advice to clients.
• Draft documents and correspondence with accuracy.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Attend court hearings and settlement meetings as required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and procedural requirements.
• Contribute to the team's overall success through knowledge sharing.

Skills

EL/PL claims

Advocacy/Court appearances

Insurance litigation

Supervising solicitors & staff

Advising commercial organisations

PfW case management

Time/fees management

Education

Qualified Solicitor / CILEX

Tools

PfW

Job description

This role involves managing a caseload of catastrophic injury claims on behalf of Defendants for our client, a well known regional offices based in Manchester or Preston.

Client Details

Our client is a well known regional law firm with offices in Manchester and Preston. They are looking for a Catastrophic Injury Associate/Senior Associate to join their North-West teams. You will be joining a firm who are proud to have been awarded UK Employer of the Year: Silver (250+) at the Investors in People Awards 2024 and the Firm is ranked as a Legal 500 Top Tier Firm and a Chambers and Partners Leading Firm.

Our client is a values led Firm and are looking for people who embody their values: authenticity, striving for exceptional results, and unity in teamwork to join our award-winning Firm. With this role you will received great quality work whilst being able to maintain a work life balance.

Description

As a Catastrophic Injury Associate/Senior Associate your duties will include:

• Handle a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims.
• Provide clear and practical legal advice to clients.
• Draft documents and correspondence with accuracy.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Attend court hearings and settlement meetings as required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and procedural requirements.
• Contribute to the team's overall success through knowledge sharing.

Profile

A successful Catastrophic Injury Associate/Senior Associate

• Be a qualified Solicitor (or CILEX equivalent), between 3-7 years PQE.
• Demonstrable experience and expert knowledge of Employers and Public Liability claims.
• Expert knowledge of CPR and Insurance litigation processes.
• Previous experience of advising commercial organisations and dealing with insurers.
• Experience conducting their own advocacy/attending courts/tribunals.
• Previous experience supervising Solicitors and support staff.
• Previous experience using legal case management systems (e.g., PfW) to support the delivery of services.
• Proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines, alongside the capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed target.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £600,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements offering flexibility.
• Access to a bonus scheme.
• Permanent employment in a professional services role.

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