Senior Solicitor - Property Damage

Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000

We are seeking an Senior Associate to join a Property, Energy and Construction (PEC) team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading insurance law team, handling complex, high-value domestic and international claims.

The Opportunity

• Manage a varied caseload across the team's core areas: property damage, energy, and construction insurance.
• Advise insurers and reinsurers on coverage issues and defend high-value, complex claims.
• Handle subrogated recovery actions and contribute to major, high-profile cases.
• Collaborate with lawyers across an international network to deliver seamless global service.

Experience & Skills Required

• 6+ years' PQE (guide only) as a Qualified Solicitor with insurance litigation experience.
• Solid background in coverage work and property damage recoveries.
• Strong communication and drafting skills, with a focus on clear, commercial advice.
• Excellent organisational and research abilities, with attention to detail.
• Proactive and confident managing cases independently within a supportive team environment.

Why Join

• Work with top-tier insurers and reinsurers on major domestic and global claims.
• Exposure to high-profile matters, including large property, energy, and political violence claims.
• Hybrid working and a collaborative, international environment.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a top-tier, award-winning firm and build your expertise in a highly regarded team within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment. You'll gain exposure to complex, high-value cases and benefit from ongoing professional development and hybrid working flexibility.

Apply now within or send your CV to: rio@douglas-scott.co.uk