Assistant Lawyer

Davies; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance law firm in Manchester is seeking an Assistant Lawyer to manage complex property damage and insurance coverage claims. This position offers a blend of independence and teamwork, with the opportunity for hybrid work. Candidates must have a legal qualification and experience in property insurance litigation. The role involves handling individual caseloads, preparing legal documentation, and engaging in client negotiations. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Family Cover private medical insurance (Bupa)

Employee volunteering programme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to online discount sites

Qualifications

• Legal qualification as a Solicitor or FILEX is required.
• Experience in defendant property insurance litigation is essential.
• Knowledge in property law and insurance coverage issues is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle a caseload from start to finish.
• Support documentation and legal research for complex cases.
• Engage in settlement negotiations and ADR.

Skills

Legal Qualification: Solicitor/FILEX

Previous defendant property insurance litigation experience

Thorough understanding of disputes and claims

Familiarity with property law and insurance coverage issues

Strong ability to manage and prioritize workload

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Assistant Lawyer

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manchester

Description

Keoghs LLP, a leading insurance law firm in the UK, is seeking a talented insurance lawyer to join our dynamic Property Risks and Coverage Team. With a flexible location policy and the opportunity for hybrid working, this is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a real impact. We do, however, require a minimum of one day per week in the office.

As part of our team, you'll collaborate on large and complex cases, tackling some of the most significant property damage and insurance coverage claims in the UK. Your role will involve handling your own caseload while supporting a lead lawyer on high‑value cases often exceeding £1 million.

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Key Responsibilities

Case Management:

• Independently handle a caseload from start to finish.
• Libraries correctly with a Large and Complex Lead Lawyer, tasks will include:
• Reviewing documents and preparing draft advices to clients.
• Crafting bespoke coverage advices.
• Supporting all aspects of the litigation process.
• Analyzing issues of coverage, liability, quantum, and strategy.
• Conducting thorough investigations.
• Preparing first draft instructions to counsel and experts.
• Performing legal research and document searches.
• Attending client meetings, strategy discussions, and conferences for note-taking and follow‑up.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.

For Cases Managed Independently:

• Handle all aspects of case management.
• Draft applications and court proceedings.
• Engage in settlement negotiations, roundtable discussions, and ADR.

Note: The above is not an exhaustive list and other tasks may be delegated as required.

Working Hours:

• 35 hours Enterprises per week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.
• Primary location is Manchester, with additional hours as needed to meet client and court obligations.

Join us and thrive in a role that balances independence and teamwork, ensuring you grow professionally while making a significant impact!

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Legal Qualification: Solicitor/FILEX
• Experience: Previous defendant property insurance litigation experience
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of disputes and claims handled by the department and our insurer client ST
• Technical Expertise: Familiarity with product liability, breach of contract, negligence, property law, and insurance coverage issues

Desirable:

• Customer Relations: Experience dealing with challenging customers

Required Soft Skills:

• Prioritization: Strong ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail in all tasks
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable working with case management systems
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with senior claims handlers and managing major litigation

Benefits

• Davies Incentic Plan
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• Family Cover private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – will automatically be at single coverage level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & health acquisition and financial & legal wellbeing
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3pretty Employer
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

* after successfully completing probation