Catastrophic Loss Solicitor/Associate

Reference: 4813433Job ID: 5404512Posted: 2026-07-14Closing date: 2026-10-12Location: ManchesterSalary: Competitive + bonus (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Legal / Private PracticeCompany: HaysConsultant: Alexander PayneHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 0161 228 7770Email: alexander.payne@hays.comYour new companyOur client is a leading global legal business seeking to expand its Catastrophic Loss team in Manchester. The firm is well recognised for delivering high-quality legal and claims solutions across insurance and complex litigation, with a strong reputation for handling high-value, technically challenging work. You’ll be joining a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports career development and progression.This is a retrain role for those with strong multi-track personal injury experience and strong academics. Applications are welcomed from claimant and defendant solicitors or chartered legal executives.Your new roleThis is an excellent opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor or junior Solicitor to join a specialist catastrophic injury team. You will manage your own caseload of multi-track personal injury claims while also assisting on high-value, complex catastrophic loss matters, including brain injury, spinal injury, and fatal accident claims.The role offers exposure to high-quality defendant work, primarily acting for insurers and large corporates, with strong supervision and development support.Key Responsibilities:Managing a caseload of multi-track personal injury claims (EL/PL and/or RTA)Assisting senior lawyers on complex, high-value catastrophic injury casesAdvising clients on liability, quantum, and case strategyDrafting legal documents, witness statements, and court pleadingsPreparing cases for trial and attending hearings where appropriateEngaging in settlement negotiations and ADR processesBuilding and maintaining strong client relationshipsStaying up to date with legal developments within catastrophic injury and insurance lawWhat you'll need to succeedQualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (NQ+)Strong multi-track personal injury experience (defendant experience preferred, but claimant backgrounds will be considered)Experience of handling or assisting on EL/PL and/or RTA mattersSolid understanding of liability and quantumStrong analytical and organisational skillsExcellent communication skills and client-facing abilityCommercial awareness and a proactive approach to case managementStrong academic backgroundWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary and benefits package, including a strong bonus structureHigh level of home workingAccess to high-quality catastrophic injury workClear progression and development opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative team environmentгибrid working model with flexibilityWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email Alexander.Payne@hays.com or call us now on 0161 228 7770.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. reer. #4813433 - Alexander Payne