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Property Damage Senior Associate Solicitor

William James Recruitment

Bristol

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 75,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Property Damage Senior Associate Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This role involves handling complex property damage claims, engaging in high-level negotiations, and providing legal advice. You will have the chance to work on significant litigation, including trials and mediations, while contributing to client relationships and business development. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance. Join a forward-thinking firm that values your expertise and offers a collaborative environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday with buy/sell option
Generous annual bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

  • 6+ years PQE as a qualified solicitor with property damage experience.
  • Strong legal skills with excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Assist on complex, high-value property damage claims and policy disputes.
  • Draft legal advice, handle negotiations, and provide instructions to counsel.

Skills

Property Damage Experience
Negotiation Skills
Legal Drafting
Communication Skills
Leadership Skills
Time Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor / CILEx

Job description

Property Damage Senior Associate Solicitor

A leading International Tier 1 ranked: Legal 500 law firm is looking for an experienced Lawyer to join their highly regarded Property Damage team.

You will assist initially on complex, high-value property damage claims, policy coverage disputes, product liability, fraud cases, and subrogated recoveries, working with some of the UK's largest insurers.

This role offers the opportunity to assist on significant litigation including conducting advocacy, mediations, and trials.

You will be drafting detailed legal advice, handling high-level negotiations, and providing instructions to counsel.

There is the chance to be involved in delivering training seminars and workshops to clients, contributing to client relationships and business development.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic growing team. There will be some hybrid office attendance required, depending on experience.

The Benefits

  • Competitive basic salary depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday a year with the option to buy/sell more
  • Generous annual bonus scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Health Cash Plan

The Candidate

  • 6 Year PQE+ Qualified Solicitor / CILEx with property damage experience
  • Ability to work to deadlines, prioritise, and manage a varied caseload
  • Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
  • Strong legal and leadership skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Excellent organisation and time-management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Professional and effective communication with team members and clients

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice

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