Rising Associate - Catastrophic Injury & Large Loss

Clyde & Co Claims LLP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Clyde & Co Claims LLP in Manchester is seeking a Junior Associate to contribute to high-value, large loss matters and rapidly develop technical expertise. You will work with insurers and self-insured organisations, supporting senior lawyers and potentially leading lower-value cases as you gain experience.

The role emphasises collaboration, client service, and the ability to manage complex cases in a fast-paced environment within a leading multinational law firm.

Qualifications

• A determined and adaptable approach, with the ability to work effectively in a demanding, fast-paced team.
• Experience in personal injury litigation.
• An interest in complex legal issues and a commitment to developing your knowledge.
• A strong focus on delivering a professional client service and meeting client SLA and MI requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively across the team, primarily acting for insurers and self-insured commercial organisations.
• Assist with a varied caseload of motor, EL/PL and indemnity large loss matters.
• Conduct investigations, liaise with live defenders, take witness statements and review medical records and reports.
• Identify evidence requirements and obtain documents and information from claimant representatives.
• Comply with client reporting, reserving, SLA and MI requirements.
• Manage files effectively, including preparing initial and updated reports and correspondence.
• Attend court and pre-trial meetings and comply with court timetables.
• Support senior lawyers in servicing existing clients, developing new business and maintaining strong client relationships through technical excellence and innovation.
• Draft legal documents and client advice.
• Handle interlocutory proceedings, CMCs and client meetings.
• Support marketing and business development activity across the team and the wider Clyde & Co Casualty group.

Skills

Personal injury litigation

Teamwork

Client service

Job description

Clyde & Co Claims LLP in Manchester is seeking a Junior Associate to contribute to high-value, large loss matters and rapidly develop technical expertise. You will work with insurers and self-insured organisations, supporting senior lawyers and potentially leading lower-value cases as you gain experience.

The role emphasises collaboration, client service, and the ability to manage complex cases in a fast-paced environment within a leading multinational law firm.