Senior Associate

Description:

We are looking for a Senior Associate (5 + years PQE) to join our Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss Team to be based in either our Manchester or London office specifically focused on complex travel claims

The Team and Role

The team covers every aspect of defending complex travel claims, highly sensitive and high value claims in both UK and International jurisdictions. The team deals with large loss and catastrophic injuries, complex illness claims, class actions, fatal accidents, agency claims and indemnity/recovery actions. Other cases include travel abuse, travel fraud, baggage claims, international regulatory and cross-border RTA sub-groups, to offer expert advice in all niche areas of travel liability.

The aim is to give the tour operator clients, brokers and insurers a fantastic service, getting the right outcome in every claim.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our multi-award-winning firm.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in dealing with complex travel cases and cross border claims.

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

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.
• Take an active role in the supervision, coaching and development of junior lawyers and support colleagues, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
   

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 travel litigation/cross border claims
• 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.