Property Damage Solicitor
Posted 12 days 7 hours ago by William James Recruitment
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Lancashire, Manchester, United Kingdom, M21 0
Job Description
Property Damage Solicitor - Manchester - Up to £55,000 - REF 941483AF 
A leading national law firm is seeking a Property Damage Solicitor to join its team in Manchester. The firm is well known for its specialist expertise in insurance litigation and offers exposure to high-value, technically challenging work in a supportive and fast-paced environment.
You'll handle a varied caseload of household and commercial property recovery claims arising from fire, flood, impact and product liability, with many cases exceeding £100,000 in value.
This Manchester opportunity would suit a Property Damage Solicitor looking to develop their expertise within a highly regarded insurance litigation team handling complex and high-value matters.
The Role:- Handle household and commercial property recovery claims
- Investigate liability and assess prospects of recovery
- Draft legal documents and manage disclosure processes
- Instruct counsel and experts where required
- Prepare for hearings, negotiations, and ADR processes
- Attend court and support case progression through to resolution
- Provide clear, commercially focused advice to clients
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent)
- 1 3 years' experience in property litigation (defendant or claimant considered)
- Experience handling property damage recovery claims
- Good working knowledge of household and commercial property claims
- Strong analytical and drafting skills
- Excellent communication and client care ability
- Able to manage a caseload independently and as part of a team
- Commercially aware with an interest in negotiation and advocacy
- Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience
- 25 days plus bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
- Company Pension
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance
- Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
- Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
- Supportive working environment with clear progression
- Strong training and development opportunities