Your new company
Our client is an award-winning defendant law firm with offices across the UK. They are currently recruiting a senior associate with circa. 8 years PQE to join their Manchester Property Damage team. This is a hybrid role and a very competitive salary is available and negotiable dependant on experience.

Your new role
This Property Damage Senior Associate role will see you:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of complex, high-value property coverage and recovery claims, including major loss and business interruption matters.
• Provide comprehensive advice to insurers, reinsurers, and corporate clients on property damage, policy coverage, and subrogated recovery claims.
• Prepare and review legal documentation, including advice, pleadings, and settlement agreements with precision and attention to detail.
• Lead and mentor junior team members, offering guidance, feedback, and support in line with the firm's cultural values.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and commercially focused advice.
• Collaborate closely with partners on complex cases, major loss investigations, and strategic client development initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

• Circa 8 years PQE.
• Experience in property insurance, coverage, or recovery work.
• Strong technical expertise in property damage, policy coverage, and subrogated recovery claims, with a proven track record advising insurers and large corporates.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding and varied caseload independently, while providing guidance and supervision to junior colleagues.
• Exceptional drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills, coupled with meticulous attention to detail and strong commercial awareness.
• Confident communicator skilled in building and maintaining client relationships and delivering clear, practical advice.
• Collaborative team player with experience working across multidisciplinary teams and multiple offices or jurisdictions.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in the property and insurance sectors.

What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced property damage solicitors/chartered legal executives where you can expect a complex, high-value caseload working as part of a high-performing team. A very competitive salary is available and negotiable dependent on experience. You will be expected to attend the office twice a week.

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.