Senior Associate – Catastrophic Injury / Large Loss

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join our Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss team in Manchester. This is a chance to work within one of the UK's leading insurance legal services practices, handling some of the most complex and high-value personal injury claims in the market.

The Role

You will join a collaborative and supportive team, working for leading insurer and corporate clients. Your caseload will span catastrophic and large loss claims, including motor, employers' liability, public liability, equestrian, and cross-border matters. You will work closely with experienced partners on sensitive and high-value claims, while also managing your own caseload from investigation through to resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of catastrophic injury and large loss claims
• Conducting liability investigations, taking witness statements, and reviewing medical records and reports
• Assessing policy coverage and quantum for multi-track claims
• Drafting legal documents and providing strategic advice to clients
• Liaising with clients, complying with SLAs and management information requirements
• Handling interlocutory proceedings, case management conferences, and client meetings
• Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships

Qualifications & Experience

– Previous experience in catastrophic personal injury and large loss litigation

– Strong technical knowledge of personal injury law and procedure

– Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment

– Focused on delivering a professional, client-centred service

– Excellent file management and organisational skills

PQE levels are a guide; all suitably qualified candidates will be considered.

• Previous experience in catastrophic personal injury and large loss litigation
• Strong technical knowledge of personal injury law and procedure
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Focused on delivering a professional, client-centred service
• Excellent file management and organisational skills