Associate (3-5 years PQE) – 12MFTC - Cat Injury and Large Loss (Travel Claims)
Job Location
London
Job Type
Fee earners
Country/Territory
England
Region
UK & Europe
Description
Associate (3-5 years PQE) - 12MFTC - Cat Injury and
Large Loss Team (Travel Claims) - London/Manchester office
We are looking for an Associate (3-5 years PQE) to join
our Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss Team to be based in the
London or Manchester office on a 12MFTC specifically focused on
complex travel claims.
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 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 previous experience
in dealing with complex travel 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 travel 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.
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 a confidential conversation please contact Jonathan.Brett@clydeco.com 0161 240 2820 or apply today through the link provided.
Clyde & Co are committed to promoting equality and
diversity in all aspects of employment.
