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.
About 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. This role will be assisting on a
variety of large loss work ranging from motor, EL/PL, and indemnity.
We are looking for an experienced lawyer
who is looking for the next step in their career to work as part of
an existing team. They will be able to hit the ground running and
work with a degree of autonomy assisting a Partner on high value,
large loss files.
There are endless opportunities for career
development, the Partner will regularly delegate complex aspects of
a case and you will be able to develop client contact and
relationships through delivering training and assisting with case
clinics. Once client relationships are well developed there could
also be the opportunity to lead on lower value, large loss cases of
your own. Mentoring/supporting the NQ in the team and junior members
of the wider team would also form part of the remit of this role and
it is encouraged to complete your own advocacy.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our
multi-award-winning firm. The successful candidate should be able to
demonstrate a drive to succeed and develop their career as a Senior
Associate and should ideally have experience of defendant large loss
litigation. However, transferable skills gained in a Claimant
environment would also be considered. The level of PQE for this role
is flexible as we are looking for the right level of experience and
skill set and encourage applications from all candidates who feel they
meet the brief.
Key Responsibilities
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 on a varied caseload of motor, EL/PL and indemnity large
loss cases.
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
Essential Skills and 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.
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
