Senior Associate

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About Us

At Clyde & Co, we're leaders in the Casualty market. Built on scale, unparalleled expertise, and a new vision for making the most of AI, data and technology, our Casualty practice is the biggest in the UK. With 480 partners, 2400 lawyers, and 3200 legal professionals in over 60 locations on 6 continents, our reach is truly global.

Our incredibly varied workload includes £multi-million cases that take us from our desks to courtrooms across the UK. It's a chance to learn from true industry experts and experienced people at all levels of our business - all committed to helping you build a successful law career.

The Role

Our Catastrophic Personal Injury and Large Loss team covers every aspect from policy coverage to litigation, providing expert support for the highest value claims. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our multi-award-winning firm.

The role is based in Edinburgh office and requires regular communication with clients nationally. We have a collaborative, supportive team working in a modern, flexible environment.

We are looking for a candidate with substantial (ideally 5 years+ PQE or equivalent) experience in personal injury, dealing withCatastrophic Personal Injury and Large Loss cases.This is an opportunity to take a lead in a growing area where the law is developing, and the work is challenging. There are ample opportunities for business development with clients and you will be supported by a secretarial team.

We are looking for someone who enjoy developing others in the team as there is the requirement to assist with supervision of the volume cases, Junior Associates, Paralegals and Trainees.

Essential Skills & Experience

• You will be a highly determined individual able to adapt well within a demanding, fast-paced team.
• You will have extensive 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 as well as appearing regularly in the Sheriff Court.
• Carrying out investigations with live defenders and taking witness statements, reviewing and interpreting medical records and medical reports.
• Identifying information requirements and securing required documentation/evidence from claimant representatives
• Adhering to reporting and reserving requirements in relation to different client SLAs
• File Management - including initial reports, updating reports and correspondence
• Attending and appearing at court and pre-trial meetings, and 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, CMCs 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.

Clyde & Co are committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of employment.

Our Values

We want people to join us who truly identify with our values. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for our clients and our firm. We:

• Work as one We are a globally connected team of talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success
• Excel with clients We aim high and challenge ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them at the centre of everything we do
• Celebrate difference We help each other to be at our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement
• Act boldly We seek new opportunities, take action and learn as we go, recognising that curiosity drives our development and contributes to growth

What We Offer

We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you'll have access to, as part of our team

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days at home
• Pension scheme
• Group income protection
• Maternity and paternity pay
• Holiday purchase
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym subsidy