Property Damage Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance and income protection

Gym membership discounts

Accessible public transport

Job summary

A leading law firm in Birmingham is seeking a Qualified Solicitor for an Associate role within their Property Damage Team. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000, depending on experience, and involves managing high-value claims while delivering exceptional client service. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years PQE and experience in complex disputes. The firm offers great benefits, including 25 days holiday, a company pension scheme, and hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in Property Damage.
• Experience in handling complex disputes from various incidents.
• Able to work as part of a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle multi-million pound property damage claims.
• Provide exceptional service to clients.
• Work closely with major insurers and underwriters.

Skills

Ability to work under deadlines

Excellent organisation and time-management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage a varied caseload

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Property Damage - Associate - Birmingham - Up to £65,000 salary

Superb opportunity to join an award-winning leading law firm that offers specialist quality legal advice to a broad range of Private Insurance Clients.

The firm is recognised across the globe for its outstanding client care and high-quality lawyers.

Due to the development and expansion of the firm’s Property Damage Team, it is now seeking to appoint a Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to work alongside its existing Team.

There is a steady flow of new instructions from existing clients and the firm is seeking a motivated and organised Solicitor with ambition, to provide an exceptional level of service to its clients.

The role involves working closely with some of the UK's largest insurers and their underwriters on all classes of property damage claims including multi-million pound claims.

The Candidate

• A Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE
• Minimum 2 years experience in Property Damage
• Experience in handling complex disputes arising out of fires, escapes of water and oil, subsidence and construction and engineering related incidents
• Ability to work to deadlines/targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Excellent organisation and time‑management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and effective communication with team members and contacts

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Competitive basic salary - up to £65,000 depending on experience
• Superb working environment in a City Centre office, with the offer of agile and hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave and a day off for your birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Life assurance and income protection
• Discounts to use for gym memberships, car leasing, mobile phone contracts and insurance products
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Accessible to public transport (transport links to both train and bus routes)

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services