Legal Director - Property Damage

DWF; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF is seeking a Legal Director to lead the Property Damage team in a role that can be based in our Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, or Birmingham offices with hybrid working options. You will manage a varied insurance property disputes caseload and drive client-focused outcomes across first party and third party claims, policy coverage, and subrogated recoveries.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years PQE in property damage, a strong track record delivering results under deadlines, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE experience and a strong interest in property damage work.
• Experience handling an insurance property related caseload including third party property damage, product liability, policy coverage and subrogated recoveries.

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 to maximise efficiency.
• Contribute to the practice group and develop a case load aligned with technical and legal knowledge.
• Build relationships to develop business networks and understand the Firm’s direction and client needs.
• Provide support and act as the go-to person for junior team members.

Skills

Property damage

PQE 5+ years

Job description

Why join us?Our Commercial Insurance team at DWF are currently hiring for an Legal Director

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.

Property Damage to join the team in Manchester.

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

This role can be based in any of our regional offices including Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool or Birmingham with the option of our hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

As a Legal Director in the Property Damage team, you will engage in a wide range of activities, such as:

• 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 to maximise efficiency in working practices
• Understand individual role in the context of the practice group and pro-actively seek to contribute to increased efficiency in developing a case load appropriate to level of technical, legal knowledge
• Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s direction and client needs
• To 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

• 5+ years PQE experience and a strong interest in property damage work.
• 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 stakeholders
• A self-motivated individual who can also effectively coach and develop others within the team

What we offer

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

• We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
• We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.

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.