NQ/Associate/Senior Associate (NQ-10 years PQE) - Cat Injury and Large Loss Team

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NQ/Associate/Senior (NQ-10 years PQE) - Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss Team - Southampton

We are looking to grow our Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss Team in our Southampton office and we would consider applicants from NQ level up Senior Associate level candidates.

The Firm

We are the UK's largest insurance legal services firm, and we have the foremost catastrophic injury and large loss practice in the market. London is our global headquarters and plays a central role in our network. For almost 90 years, Clyde and Co has served clients in London as the headquarters of our global firm. We provide a full legal offering to clients in London based on our knowledge across aviation, marine, trade and commodities, energy, infrastructure, and insurance. We aim to be the most complete provider of legal services to businesses engaged in these core sectors.

The Role

Our Catastrophic Personal Injury and Large Loss team covers every aspect of a claim, including liability investigations, policy coverage assessments, quantum assessments for all levels of multi-Track claims. You will be working for leading insurer and corporate clients, with fantastic opportunities to develop your own client relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our multi-award-winning firm.

We have a collaborative, supportive team working in a modern, flexible environment. You will be assisting experienced partners with complex, high value, and sensitive claims, as well handling your own case load. The team handles a range of claims for a variety of clients. This includes motor, EL/PL, equestrian and cross-border claims.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience in dealing with Catastrophic Personal Injury and Large Loss cases.

Please note that our PQE levels are a guide and all suitable candidates will be considered.

Essential Skills & Experience

• You will be a highly determined individual able to adapt well within a demanding, fast-paced team.
• You will have experience of personal injury litigation.
• You will enjoy being challenged by complex legal issues and expanding your knowledge.
• You will be focussed on delivering a highly professional service to clients, including compliance with client SLAs and MI requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for:

• Working with all members of the team and you will be exposed to a variety of work, but predominantly acting on behalf of a range of insurance companies and self-insured commercial organisations.
• Assisting and handling a varied caseload.
• Carrying out investigations, taking witness statements, reviewing and interpreting medical records and medical reports.
• Reporting to and liaising with clients to achieve the best outcomes.
• Complying with client SLAs and MI requirements.
• Proactive and strategic file management, including adhering to court timetables.
• You will support the Partners in servicing existing clients, growing new business, and maintaining relationships with clients using technical excellence and innovation.
• Drafting of all legal documents and client advice.
• Dealing with interlocutory proceedings, CCMCs and client meetings.
• Supporting marketing and business development activity with the team and the wider Clyde & Co casualty group.

In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. Within our friendly department you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.

For further information on the role, please contact Jonathan.Brett@clydeco.com or call me on 0161 240 2820

Clyde & Co is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and are proud to be a Top 50 Inclusive Employer.

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