Property Damage Solicitor

HF; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid & Flexible Working Options

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

HF is seeking a Solicitor specializing in Property Insurance to join their hybrid team in Birmingham. The successful candidate will manage multi-track property damage claims and provide clear, commercially-focused advice to clients.

Candidates must be qualified lawyers with 2 years PQE and strong experience in insurance. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance, and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified lawyer with at least 2 years PQE in insurance and property damage.
• Strong academic background is needed.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of multi-track property damage claims.
• Handle coverage disputes and advise clients commercially.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients.

Skills

Insurance law expertise

Property damage claims handling

Client relationship management

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Qualified lawyer with 2 years PQE

Strong academic background

Job description

About The Role

Solicitor – Property Insurance. Location: Birmingham. Hybrid/On‑site: Hybrid. Contract Type: Permanent.

Our Property Insurance team works with many of the UK’s leading property insurers, handling a wide range of claims arising from fires, floods, escapes of water, storms, explosions, vehicle impacts and other causes of property damage. The team manages a mixture of high‑profile and high‑value matters and is continuing to grow as we win work from both existing and new clients.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a caseload of predominantly multi‑track property damage claims (claimant work)
• Handling coverage disputes and providing clear, commercially‑focused advice to clients.
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and industry contacts.
• Taking ownership of aspects of key client relationships.
• Supervising, mentoring, and supporting junior team members.
• Leading or contributing to cross‑departmental projects.
• Delivering presentations, training, seminars and supporting wider business development initiatives.
• Sharing market insights and supporting the development of new services and thought leadership.
• Meeting financial and performance targets while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Ensuring full compliance with SRA rules, data protection and all internal policies.

What Do I Need?

• Qualified lawyer with 2 years PQE and strong experience in insurance and property damage.
• A strong academic background.
• Hardworking, proactive, and highly organised.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to continue developing technical knowledge and expertise.
• Critical thinking skills and the confidence to challenge information appropriately.

You’ll Enjoy

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!