Property Damage Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national insurance law firm is seeking a Property Recovery Solicitor for their London office. This role involves managing property recovery cases, specializing in claims arising from damages. A qualified solicitor with experience in litigation is preferred. The firm offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, hybrid working options, and various benefits including private medical insurance and an annual bonus scheme. A strong interest in property litigation is necessary.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme

Health cash plan

24/7 online GP access

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with up to 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Litigation experience in commercial, insurance, or civil law is preferred.
• Strong interest in property litigation and insurance recovery.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of property recovery matters valued between £10,000 and £100,000.
• Handle full litigation duties from assessment to court attendance.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare trial documents.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client relationship-building

Excellent organisation skills

Time-management skills

Education

Qualified solicitor with 0–3 years’ PQE

Job description

Property Recovery Solicitor – London – Salary £NEG

A leading national insurance law firm is seeking a talented solicitor to join its well-established Property Risks & Coverage Team, specialising in property damage. Based in the London team, this is an excellent retrain opportunity for lawyers with general litigation or insurance experience. The team handles a broad range of disputes on behalf of major insurers, including claims arising from fires, floods, impacts, and product liability.

You will manage a caseload of household and commercial property recovery matters, typically valued between £10,000 and £100,000, with scope to handle more complex claims over £100,000 as you develop. The role includes full litigation duties, from initial case assessment and evidence review to instructing counsel, negotiating settlements, preparing trial documents, and attending court.

The Candidate

• Qualified solicitor with 0–3 years’ post-qualification experience or equivalent
• Litigation experience (commercial, insurance, or civil) – retrain opportunity available
• Strong interest in property litigation and / or insurance recovery
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for client relationship-building
• Excellent organisation, drafting, and time-management skills
• Confident working both independently and collaboratively

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Up to £55,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and option to buy / sell
• Hybrid / flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Critical illness, death in service, and income protection cover
• Company pension scheme
• Health cash plan and 24 / 7 online GP access
• Cycle to Work, Tech Scheme, and retail / travel discounts

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

Contact : Dawn Everton, Retained Consultant

Direct Dial : 0161 8263 140 | Mobile : [phone]

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