Senior Associate - Property Damage

DWF; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join our Commercial Insurance team focusing on property damage work. The role can be based in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool or Birmingham with hybrid working.

You will manage a caseload of property-related claims, handle first and third party damage, and collaborate with clients to deliver solutions under tight deadlines. We welcome candidates across a broad range of PQE with relevant technical expertise and offer a supportive environment with

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE experience and a strong interest in property damage work.
• Prior experience handling an insurance property related caseload including third party property damage, product liability, policy coverage and subrogated recoveries.
• Technical expertise and a strong interest in Commercial Insurance matters generally.
• Proven track record of delivering results within strict deadlines and timeframes.

Responsibilities

• To manage your own caseload of property related claims
• Understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice
• Analyse risk and further develop sound judgement enabling the justification of decisions to clients internally and externally
• Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices
• Understand individual role in the context of the practice group and pro-actively seek to contribute to increased efficiency in developing a case load appropriate to level of technical, legal knowledge
• Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s direction and client needs
• To provide support and act as the 'go to person' for more junior members in the team

Skills

Property damage expertise

Client management

Research and analysis

Time management

Job description

Why join us?

Our Commercial Insurance team at DWF is currently recruiting an Associate or Senior Associate – Property Damage to join the team in Manchester. The team is experiencing sustained growth as a result of increased client demand and new instructions.

As a result, we are expanding the team to support this growing workload.

We are open to considering candidates across a broad range of experience levels within Property Damage or Property Litigation, provided they can demonstrate relevant technical expertise and a strong interest in this area of work. The Commercial Insurance team acts for a prestigious and long-standing client base and handles a varied, high-quality caseload of complex insurance-related property disputes.

This includes first party property damage (FPPD), third party property damage (TPPD), product liability, policy coverage matters and subrogated recoveries. This role can be based in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool or Birmingham, with the benefit of hybrid working in line with our firm-wide approach.

Responsibilities

• To manage your own caseload of property related claims
• Understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice
• Analyse risk and further develop sound judgement enabling the justification of decisions to clients internally and externally
• Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices
• Understand individual role in the context of the practice group and pro-actively seek to contribute to increased efficiency in developing a case load appropriate to level of technical, legal knowledge
• Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s direction and client needs
• To provide support and act as the 'go to person' for more junior members in the team

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• 5+ years PQE experience and a strong interest in property damage work.
• We are also open to considering candidate of all levels of PQE due to an ever expanding team and client demands.
• Prior experience handling an insurance property related caseload, including experience in third party property damage, product liability, policy coverage and subrogated recoveries.
• Technical expertise and a strong interest in Commercial Insurance matters generally.
• A proven track record of delivering results within strict deadlines and timeframes.

Desirable

• The ability to communicate and manage often complex issues for both internal and external stakeholders
• A self-motivated individual who can also effectively coach and develop others within the team

What we offer?

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.

You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services.

We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.