Solicitor - Subrogated Recoveries

DWF; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

DWF is seeking a Solicitor in Manchester to advise on property damage recovery claims within its Commercial Insurance team. The role is hybrid, combining home and office working from Manchester.

You will manage a caseload focused on subrogated property damage recoveries for insurer clients, collaborating with a broader team on large loss matters.

Qualifications

• Experience handling an insurance property caseload with a focus on property damage recoveries.
• Technical expertise and a strong interest in commercial insurance matters generally.
• Proven track record delivering results within strict deadlines and timeframes.
• Ability to communicate and manage complex issues for internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with the ability to coach and develop others within the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of property damage recovery claims and assist as part of a wider team on large loss matters.
• Understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice.
• Analyse risk and justify decisions to clients internally and externally.
• Prioritise work effectively to maximise efficiency in working practices.
• Build relationships internally and externally to develop business networks and understand client needs.
• Provide support and act as the 'go to person' for more junior members in the team.

Skills

Property damage recovery

Insurance knowledge

Client stakeholders

Coaching juniors

Job description

Why join us?

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

The Commercial Insurance team in Manchester are instructed by our insurer clients to pursue subrogated property damage recovery claims, working to recover insurers’ outlay where damage has been caused to their customer’s property, be it commercial or domestic premises.

This role is based out of our Manchester office on a hybrid-working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working.

Responsibilities

• To manage your own caseload of property damage recovery 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 assisting with an insurance property related caseload with a focus on property damage 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.

Desirable

• Previous supervisory experience.

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.

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.