Catastrophic Loss Associate/Senior Associate (5+ PQE)

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. 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

• 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.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email Alexander.Payne@hays.com or call us now on 0161 228 7770. 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.