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Job Title


Property Damage & Coverage Solicitor


Company : William James Recruitment


Location : Manchester, England


Created : 2025-11-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to join a leading national law firm renowned for its expertise in insurance law. As part of the firm’s Property Damage team, you will focus primarily on policy coverage work, advising insurers on a wide range of first-party and third-party property claims.You will handle complex coverage disputes involving fires, floods, escapes of water, impacts, and product liability, providing clear and commercial advice on policy response, exclusions, and declinature. The role also offers exposure to subrogated recovery claims, giving a varied and engaging workload.This client-facing role involves managing files from instruction to resolution, drafting and reviewing coverage advice, instructing experts and counsel, and supporting settlement negotiations or litigation.It’s a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong and commercially minded lawyer to build a specialist career in policy coverage and property insurance within a highly regarded national firm.The CandidateQualified Solicitor or equivalent with relevant technical capability1-4 years’ Defendant property litigation experience (Claimant experience also considered)Proven experience managing a caseload of property damage recovery mattersWorking knowledge of Household and Commercial property recoveriesStrong analytical, drafting, and communication skillsAbility to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a teamClient-focused approach with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skillsEnthusiasm for advocacy, negotiation, and complex legal workThe Benefits & How to ApplyCompetitive salary up to £55,000 dependent on experienceHybrid and flexible working arrangements available25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional daysPrivate medical and dental insuranceLife assurance and cycle-to-work schemeExcellent employee discounts and wellbeing benefitsSupportive, inclusive working environment with clear progression opportunitiesApply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversationContact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant INDAFDirect Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407