Catastrophic Loss Associate/Senior Associate (5 PQE)

Your new company

Our client is a leading, nationally recognised law firm with a top-tier catastrophic loss practice, is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its growing team. The firm acts for a broad panel of Tier 1 insurer clients, handling some of the most complex and high-value personal injury claims in the UK. The team has an excellent reputation for managing catastrophic injury litigation and offers strong career development within a supportive, collaborative environment. You can expect a high level of home working.

You will join a highly experienced catastrophic injury team, supporting Partners and senior lawyers on high-value, complex claims. Matters will include defendant catastrophic injury work across motor, employers' liability and public liability, typically valued from £100k to £20m+.

Your new role

As a Catastrophic Loss Associate, you will be responsible for:

Assisting on and managing a caseload of complex, high-value injury claims valued from £100k to £20m+.
Handling matters involving serious injuries such as brain injury, spinal injury, amputations and severe psychiatric injury
Drafting pleadings, reports and correspondence
Conducting liability investigations and reviewing evidence
Instructing counsel and experts, including medical experts
Attending hearings and ensuring compliance with court directions and deadlines
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Supporting and mentoring more junior team members

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (ideally 5+ PQE)
Experience handing or assisting on catastrophic injury, large loss or serious injury litigation
Background in EL/PL and/or motor claims (defendant experience preferred, but claimant experience will be considered)
Exposure to high-value claims (exceeding £100k)
Strong technical litigation skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities and work to strict deadlines
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to case management

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to work on market-leading catastrophic injury work
Clear progression pathway within a recognised national team
Very flexible hybrid working arrangements and a high level of home working.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Supportive and inclusive working culture

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