Large Loss / Catastrophic Personal Injury Associate Solicitor

Company: William James Recruitment
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Large Loss / Catastrophic Injury Associate – Manchester – Up to £58,000

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a growing Catastrophic Injury & Large Loss team within a multi-award-winning national law firm.

The team handles complex, high-value personal injury claims for insurers and commercial clients, working on matters involving serious and life-changing injuries across motor, employer’s liability and public liability claims.

Due to continued growth, the firm is looking for an Associate Solicitor to support large loss litigation and play a key role in delivering strategic defence work on complex cases.

The Role

  • Assist on a varied caseload of high-value catastrophic injury and large loss claims
  • Conduct liability investigations and quantum analysis on multi-track matters
  • Take witness statements, review medical evidence and manage evidential documentation
  • Prepare case reports and client updates in line with insurer SLA requirements
  • Support court hearings, CMCs and pre-trial preparation
  • Draft legal documents including applications, pleadings and client advice
  • Work closely with partners on complex litigation strategy
  • Support the development of strong insurer and commercial client relationships

About You

  • A qualified solicitor with experience in personal injury litigation
  • Ideally experienced in defendant catastrophic injury or large loss work
  • Confident managing complex and high-value cases
  • Highly organised with strong drafting, analytical and case management skills
  • Comfortable working to deadlines and insurer reporting requirements
  • Commercially aware and interested in developing client relationships
  • A collaborative team player with strong attention to detail
  • Candidates with claimant catastrophic injury experience and transferable skills are also encouraged to apply

What’s on Offer

  • Salary up to £58,000, depending on experience
  • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave
  • Birthday leave
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Clear career progression opportunities within a leading national team
  • A supportive environment with strong partner mentorship
  • Excellent training and professional development

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332

Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com

Posted: March 10th, 2026