Solicitor/Associate - Property Damage

DWF Law LLP; Birmingham, Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is expanding its Commercial Insurance team and seeks a Solicitor or Associate to manage property damage claims. This role involves both individual case management and teamwork on large loss matters, focusing on third party property damage and product liability. The firm promotes a hybrid working model, valuing diversity and offering supportive adjustments. Ideal candidates should possess a strong background in insurance and be self-motivated to drive results.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Commitment to employee value and reward

Qualifications

• Prior experience handling insurance property related caseloads.
• Proven track record of meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to manage complex issues for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of property related claims.
• Assist on large loss matters as part of a wider team.
• Build working relationships for business networking.

Skills

Experience in property damage claims

Technical expertise in Commercial Insurance

Effective communication

Coaching and developing team members

Risk analysis

Job description

Why join us?

DWF are expanding our Commercial Insurance team and we are seeking a Solicitor or Associate to advise in the field of property damage claims.

The Commercial Insurance team work with a prestigious client base and handle a varied caseload of complex insurance property related disputes including,first party property damage (FPPD), third party property damage (TPPD), product liability, policy coverageandsubrogated recoveries.

This role will be based in our Manchester office where we have adopted a hybrid-working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working.

Responsibilities

• To manage your own caseload of property related claims, and also assist as a part of a wider team on various large loss matters.
• 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.
• 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

• Prior experience handling or assistant with 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.
• 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. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. 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. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.