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, 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.

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 handling 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.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.