Solicitor - Complex and Catastrophic Injury Opportunities

Horwich Farrelly; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (rising to 30)

Life Insurance

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Discounted Gym Membership

Employee Discount Hub

Flu & Eyecare Vouchers

Job summary

Horwich Farrelly is seeking solicitors at all levels to join its Complex and Catastrophic Injury team spanning Cardiff, London, Liverpool, Southampton and Manchester. The role offers hybrid working and permanent contracts in a market-leading practice, with a portfolio valued in the tens of millions and a track record of high-value, multi-track claims.

You will manage and support complex injury cases, develop strategies, work with clients and experts, attend conferences and trials, and contribute

Responsibilities

• Manage and/or support complex and catastrophic injury claims, including high-value multi-track matters.
• Take appropriate ownership of cases through both pre- and post-litigation stages.
• Analyse evidence, develop case strategies and prepare key legal documentation.
• Work closely with clients, counsel, experts and other parties to progress matters effectively.
• Attend conferences, hearings and trials where appropriate.
• Ensure court directions, deadlines and client service requirements are consistently met.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver excellent service.
• Supervise and support colleagues where appropriate to your level.
• Contribute to business development, client initiatives and the continued growth of the team.
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.

Job description

Solicitor - Complex and Catastrophic Injury Opportunities

Liverpool, Manchester, London, Southampton, Cardiff

About the Role

Complex and Catastrophic Injury – Opportunities

Solicitor – All levels
Cardiff, London, Liverpool, Southampton, Manchester
Hybrid
Contract Type – Permanent

We are one of the largest, most highly skilled Catastrophic & Complex Injury teams in the market, with a growing portfolio of more than £10m fee income.

The team numbers over 70 lawyers across eight offices, four jurisdictions, with many leading names in the market and over 600 years of experience in large loss between us!All of which makes sure we are making the right decisions for our clients. We handle cases with cumulative reserves of over £1bn and our top tier partners all have experience of handling claims with pleaded values of £20m+.

Our large loss team is managed in three geographical groups under the overall leadership of the Head of our Catastrophic & Complex Injury Group Simon Curtis and Peter Walmsley.

What will I be doing?

As our Catastrophic & Complex Injury team continues to grow, we're recruiting across a number of levels.

Depending on your experience and level, you will:

• Manage and/or support complex and catastrophic injury claims, including high-value multi-track matters.
• Take appropriate ownership of cases through both pre- and post-litigation stages.
• Analyse evidence, develop case strategies and prepare key legal documentation.
• Work closely with clients, counsel, experts and other parties to progress matters effectively.
• Attend conferences, hearings and trials where appropriate.
• Ensure court directions, deadlines and client service requirements are consistently met.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver excellent service.
• Supervise and support colleagues where appropriate to your level.
• Contribute to business development, client initiatives and the continued growth of the team.
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.

What’s in it for you? Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.
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!

Liverpool, Manchester, London, Southampton, Cardiff