Property Damage & Recoveries Senior Solicitor

Property Damage & Recoveries Senior Solicitor – Manchester – Hybrid – Up to £68,000

A leading national law firm is seeking a Property Damage & Recoveries Senior Solicitor to join its specialist Manchester team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly regarded Property Damage and Recoveries department, handling a varied and high‑quality caseload for major insurer clients across both household and commercial claims.

As a Property Damage & Recoveries Senior Solicitor in the Manchester team, you’ll manage complex subrogated recovery matters, work closely with insurer clients, and contribute to client development, training and knowledge‑sharing initiatives within a collaborative and well‑established national practice.

The Role:

• Managing a caseload of property damage recovery claims across household and commercial lines
• Handling matters arising from fire, flood, escape of water, impact and product liability
• Running claims typically valued between £10,000 and £100,000+
• Drafting pleadings, correspondence and technical legal documentation
• Conducting detailed investigations into liability, causation and quantum
• Engaging in settlement negotiations and ADR processes
• Supporting client training, seminars and knowledge‑sharing sessions
• Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team development

The Candidate:

• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with relevant technical experience
• 4 years’+ experience in property damage litigation (defendant or claimant)
• Experience managing your own caseload of property damage and/or recovery claims
• Strong working knowledge of household and commercial recoveries
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to provide clear, practical advice
• Confident drafting and communication skills
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently
• Client‑focused with strong interpersonal skills
• Interest in negotiation, advocacy and technically complex work

The Benefits & How to Apply:

• Competitive salary up to £68,000 depending on experience
• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increases to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service
• Company Pension
• Hybrid working
• Private medical insurance
• Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
• Supportive working environment with clear progression
• Strong training and development opportunities

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.

Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407

Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com

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