Your new company
This firm is a well-renowned defendant practice who are currently recruiting for an Associate (2+ PQE) to join their Manchester Catastrophic Loss team. The firm offers a very competitive salary, 3 days WFH per week and an annual bonus.

Your new role
This Catastrophic Loss Associate role will see you:

• Support investigation and management of high‑value catastrophic injury cases.
  Work with senior colleagues in a top‑ranked catastrophic injury team
• Handle and assist with motor, EL/PL, and sport‑related claims, including sensitive matters.
• Manage both pre‑litigation and litigated files
• Conduct cross‑border quantum investigations where required.
• Engage with clients such as major insurers and corporates.
• Assist with cases involving brain, spinal, chronic pain, and other large loss injuries.
• Contribute to business development activities and client interactions.
• Support negotiation and settlement discussions.

What you'll need to succeed

• 2+ years’ qualification as a UK Solicitor or CILEX with relevant experience.
• Litigation experience in catastrophic injury defence work.
• Prior client contact and experience attending business development events.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience.
• Ability to assist with motor, EL/PL, and complex injury claims.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supporting large or complex cases within a team environment.

What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity for 2+ PQE solicitors/CILEXs with previous catastrophic injury experience. You can expect a full and interesting caseload working with a range of clients. A very competitive salary and hybrid working structure are available and negotiable dependent on experience.

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. 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.