Solicitor / Associate - Property Damage

DWF; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF is expanding its Commercial Insurance team in the property damage space and seeks a Solicitor or Associate to advise on first‑ and third‑party property damage, policy coverage and related recoveries. The role can be based in our Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool or Birmingham offices with hybrid working options.

You will manage a caseload, work with a prestigious client base, and collaborate on large loss matters while developing strong client relationships and supporting more junior colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience handling or supporting an insurance property related caseload (e.g., FPPD/TPPD).
• Strong technical interest in commercial insurance matters.
• Proven ability to meet strict deadlines and manage complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of property claims and assist on large loss matters.
• Understand client requirements and manage cases per SLAs and best practice.
• Analyse risk and justify decisions to clients and colleagues.
• Prioritise work to maximise efficiency in practices.
• Build relationships to develop business networks and understand client needs.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Insurance property experience

Client communication

Time management

Team coaching

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‑related property disputes, including first‑party property damage (FPPD), third‑party property damage (TPPD), product liability, policy coverage, and subrogated recoveries.

This role can be based in any of our regional offices including Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool or Birmingham with the option of our hybrid working arrangement.

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 third‑party property damage and/or policy coverage, as well as product liability 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.