Associate

Overview

As a Solicitor in our litigation team, you will manage a complex caseload of litigated Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims for public sector clients. You’ll own cases from inception to trial, guiding junior colleagues and delivering robust outcomes. This role combines technical excellence with client-focused service, supporting risk management and regulatory compliance. You’ll work in a collaborative, growth-oriented culture that values curiosity and meaningful, measurable impact.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• Collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• Meaningful work with global reach and local impact

Responsibilities

• Manage litigated EL/PL claims from issue to trial, including fast and multi-track matters
• Assess liability, quantum and risk, and provide strategic advice and reserving recommendations
• Draft and review legal documentation, instruct counsel and experts, develop defence strategies
• Negotiate settlements with claimants, insurers and solicitors to optimise outcomes
• Apply Civil Procedure Rules, legislation and case law to claims handling
• Build strong client relationships with regular updates and high service standards
• Act as a technical referral point and mentor junior team members
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, SLAs, KPIs and financial procedures
• Maintain accurate case management records and contribute to continuous improvement

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in defendant EL/PL litigation
• Strong knowledge of personal injury litigation, CPR and relevant case law
• Proven track record managing a litigated caseload independently (multi-track, complex)
• Experience with insurer, public sector or TPA clients (advantageous)
• Commercially aware with proactive, solution-focused approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eligible to work in the UK

• proactive problem solving
• strong communication
• relationship management
• defendant EL/PL litigation
• Civil Procedure Rules
• case management

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