Property Risks & Liability Lawyer – Flexible Hours

Davies; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health

Death In Service – after 1 years’/1年の在

Pension Contribution 5%/3%

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Volunteering Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Discounts via discount sites

Merlin Attractions discounts

Discounts at local retail outlets

Job summary

Davies is seeking a Property Liability Lawyer to join our Legal department on a permanent, full-time basis. Based in Bolton, you will join a team handling defended liability and property damage disputes for a market-leading insurer client base, including fire, water, and other property claims.

You will manage a varied caseload, draft pleadings, instruct counsel, and participate in ADR. Flexible working arrangements are available; standard hours are 35 per week.

Qualifications

• Previous litigation experience is essential.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple files.
• Attention to detail and accurate time recording.
• Experience with case management systems.
• Ability to work in fast-paced litigation with initiative.
• Degree level education; postgraduate in law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defended liability claims across property damage disputes.
• Reviewing documents, preparing reports and disclosure.
• Reviewing witness statements and expert reports.
• Instructing counsel and experts, and handling settlements.
• Drafting court documents and pleadings; attending hearings.
• Liaising with insurers, managing ADR and mediation.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Prioritisation

Detail orientation

Case management systems

Time recording & profitability

Fast-paced litigation

Education

Degree level education

Postgraduate (preferably Law)

Job description

Davies is seeking a Property Liability Lawyer to join our Legal department on a permanent, full-time basis. Based in Bolton, you will join a team handling defended liability and property damage disputes for a market-leading insurer client base, including fire, water, and other property claims.

You will manage a varied caseload, draft pleadings, instruct counsel, and participate in ADR. Flexible working arrangements are available; standard hours are 35 per week.