Property Damage Solicitor/Associate (RETRAIN)

The Abbey; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays is seeking a Property Damage Solicitor/Associate (RETRAIN) to join their Manchester or Birmingham offices on a hybrid basis. The role targets qualified solicitors or chartered legal executives with civil litigation experience to retrain in property damage claims.

You will independently manage a caseload, contribute to higher-value cases, assess client needs, mentor juniors, and build internal/external relationships in a competitive and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive (NQ+).
• Previous civil litigation experience is required.
• Experience of property insurance claims is beneficial.
• Strong technical proficiency in all aspects of commercial insurance.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload of property damage related claims.
• Contribute to higher-value cases as part of a collaborative team.
• Interpret and respond to client needs, ensuring casework aligns with SLAs and industry best practices.
• Assess risk and exercise sound judgment to support decisions to internal and external stakeholders.
• Organise and prioritise tasks to enhance productivity and workflows.
• Cultivate relations across internal teams and external partners to expand networks.
• Serve as a mentor and primary contact for junior team members.

Skills

Civil litigation

Property damage

Insurance claims

Mentoring

Education

Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive

Job description

Property Damage Solicitor/Associate (RETRAIN)

Date Posted: 2026-07-14

Closing date: 2026-10-12

Location: Manchester / Birmingham

Salary: Very Competitive (per annum)

Job type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time / Flexible working

Industry: Legal / Private Practice

Company: Hays

Consultant: Alexander Payne

Hays office: Manchester - 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly Plaza

Phone: [phone]

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Our client is a highly-respected defendant firm with offices nationwide. They are currently recruiting for a solicitor or associate to join their well-regarded property damage team in their Manchester or Birmingham offices on a hybrid basis. This role is open to individuals with a strong civil litigation background looking to retrain.

Your new role

• Independently manage a caseload of property damage related claims
• Contribute to higher-value cases as part of a collaborative team
• Interpret and respond to client needs, ensuring all casework aligns with client SLAs and industry best practices
• Assess risk and exercise sound judgment to support and justify decisions to both internal stakeholders and external clients
• Organise and prioritise tasks to enhance productivity and streamline workflows
• Cultivate strong relationships across internal teams and external partners to expand business networks and deepen understanding of the firm's strategic goals and client expectations
• Serve as a mentor and primary point of contact for junior team members, offering guidance and support as needed

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive (NQ+)
• Previous civil litigation experience
• Experience of property insurance claims (beneficial)
• Strong technical proficiency and a keen enthusiasm for all aspects of commercial insurance

What you get in return

This is a great opportunity for qualified solicitors or chartered legal executives with previous experience handling property-related claims including property damage, policy coverage, subrogated claims, and product liability. You can expect a full and interesting caseload working as part of a high-performing team. A competitive salary and bonus structure is available and negotiable dependent on experience.