Senior Associate - Property Damage
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Location
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted At
12/19/2024
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Description
Why join us?
Our Commercial Insurance team at DWF are currently hiring for a Senior Associate Solicitor or equivalent (Charted Legal Executive).
The Commercial Insurance team are instructed by our insurer clients to pursue subrogated property damage recovery claims, working to recover insurers’ outlay where damage has been caused to their customer’s property, be it commercial or domestic premises.
This role involves handling a range of insurance claims, for a number of different composite insurers across Scotland, ranging from low to high value. The work includes, property casualty, property damage, product liability and, subrogated recovery cases.
As a Senior Associate Solicitor, you will be expected to manage your own case load of property damage recovery claims, as well as supervising Junior Solicitors and Paralegals.
Responsibilities
Requirements
At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.
Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.
About Us
DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
Our Commercial Insurance team at DWF are currently hiring for a Senior Associate Solicitor or equivalent (Charted Legal Executive).
The Commercial Insurance team are instructed by our insurer clients to pursue subrogated property damage recovery claims, working to recover insurers’ outlay where damage has been caused to their customer’s property, be it commercial or domestic premises.
This role involves handling a range of insurance claims, for a number of different composite insurers across Scotland, ranging from low to high value. The work includes, property casualty, property damage, product liability and, subrogated recovery cases.
As a Senior Associate Solicitor, you will be expected to manage your own case load of property damage recovery claims, as well as supervising Junior Solicitors and Paralegals.
Responsibilities
- To manage a caseload of property damage recovery claims.
- Achieve time recording targets split between chargeable and investment time in any one financial year.
- Understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice.
- Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices.
- Understand individual role in the context of the practice group and pro-actively seek to contribute to increased efficiency in developing a case load appropriate to level of technical, legal knowledge.
- Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s direction and client needs.
Requirements
- Previous experience in managing a caseload of property damage recovery claims.
- A commercial insurance background though we will also consider experience of similar work types.
- Experience in running your own case load
- A self-motivated individual who can provide guidance, supervision and support to junior team members.
- The ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients, in writing and person
- Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to work to strict deadlines
- Someone who is able to demonstrate a real desire to develop their career with DWF
At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.
Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.
About Us
DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
Advertise with us.
Please contact: hello@huntukvisasponsors.com
Please contact: hello@huntukvisasponsors.com
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