Property Damage Solicitor / Associate (RETRAIN)

Property Damage Solicitor/Associate (RETRAIN)

Date Posted: 2026-07-14

Closing date: 2026-10-12

Location: Manchester / Birmingham

Salary: Very Competitive (per annum)

Job type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time / Flexible working

Industry: Legal / Private Practice

Company: Hays

Consultant: Alexander Payne

Hays office: Manchester - 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly Plaza

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Our client is a highly-respected defendant firm with offices nationwide. They are currently recruiting for a solicitor or associate to join their well-regarded property damage team in their Manchester or Birmingham offices on a hybrid basis. This role is open to individuals with a strong civil litigation background looking to retrain.

Your new role

• Independently manage a caseload of property damage related claims


• Contribute to higher-value cases as part of a collaborative team


• Interpret and respond to client needs, ensuring all casework aligns with client SLAs and industry best practices


• Assess risk and exercise sound judgment to support and justify decisions to both internal stakeholders and external clients


• Organise and prioritise tasks to enhance productivity and streamline workflows


• Cultivate strong relationships across internal teams and external partners to expand business networks and deepen understanding of the firm's strategic goals and client expectations


• Serve as a mentor and primary point of contact for junior team members, offering guidance and support as needed

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive (NQ+)


• Previous civil litigation experience


• Experience of property insurance claims (beneficial)


• Strong technical proficiency and a keen enthusiasm for all aspects of commercial insurance

What you'll get in return

This is a great opportunity for qualified solicitors or chartered legal executives with previous experience handling property-related claims including property damage, policy coverage, subrogated claims, and product liability. You can expect a full and interesting caseload working as part of a high-performing team. A competitive salary and bonus structure is available and negotiable dependent on experience.

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 ##### or call us now on . 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.

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all casework aligns with client SLAs and industry best practices.Assess risk and exercise sound judgment to support and justify decisions to both internal stakeholders and external clients.Organise and prioritise tasks to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.Cultivate strong relationships across internal teams and external partners to expand business networks and deepen understanding of the Firm's strategic goals and client expectations.Serve as a mentor and primary point of contact for junior team members, offering guidance and support as needed.What you'll need to succeedQualified solicitor or chartered legal executive (NQ+)Previous civil litigation experience Experience of property insurance claims (beneficial) Strong technical proficiency and a keen enthusiasm for all aspects of commercial insurance What you'll get in returnThis is a great opportunity for qualified solicitors or chartered legal executives with previous experience handling property-related claims including
property damage, policy coverage, subrogated claims and product liability. You can expect a full and interesting caseload working as part of a high-performing team. A competitive salary and bonus structure is available and negotiable dependent on experience.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email ##### or call us now on .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. er. #4790024 - Alexander Payne