Property Insurance Solicitor

Property Insurance Solicitor
Manchester
Hybrid

Permanent

About HF

People. Not just lawyers

About the team

Our Manchester-based Property Insurance team is one of the fastest growing in the firm, acting for several of the UK's leading property insurers. The team handles a wide range of high profile and high value claims, including fires, floods, escapes of water, storms, explosions, and vehicle impacts. With 8 Partners and around 70 fee earners, the team prides itself on being friendly, collaborative, and highly supportive of professional growth. You'll be joining a dynamic group with ambitious plans and a strong track record of developing exceptional litigators.

What you'll be doing

• Reading and analysing key documents, including loss adjuster reports, contracts, and expert evidence
• Conducting investigations with policyholders, loss adjusters, counsel, and forensic experts
• Legal research, including case law, statutes, and commentary
• Producing clear, high quality written advice and correspondence
• Engaging confidently with clients and third parties via phone, video, face to face, and written communication
• Managing litigation in the County Court and, where appropriate, the High Court
• Ensuring effective file management, accurate time recording, and strong financial hygiene

What do I need?

We're looking for a qualified lawyer (0-4 PQE) with litigation experience. Ideally, you will also have experience in one of the following areas: property damage, professional indemnity, construction disputes, or commercial litigation. Strong litigators from other backgrounds will also be considered.

You'll also be:

• Hard working and proactive
• Organised and detail oriented
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Willing to learn and grow technical expertise
• A critical thinker able to analyse and challenge information

What's in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you'd expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We're committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

• 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers - and more!