Solicitor / CILEx Lawyer – Property Recoveries, Commercial Litigation

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🧑‍💼 Attorney / Lawyer

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DAC Beachcroft

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1001 - 5000 employees

⚖️ Legal

🛡️ Insurance

🏥 Healthcare

Legal • Insurance • Healthcare

DAC Beachcroft is an international commercial law firm and advisor with a strong heritage in insurance, health and real estate. The firm employs over 3,000 people and operates across multiple regions worldwide, offering legal services including dispute resolution, regulatory advice, transactional and commercial work, and industry-specialist counsel. DAC Beachcroft positions itself as a market leader in the global insurance sector and provides multidisciplinary expertise for health and social care clients, while also advising on real estate, financial services and technology matters. The firm emphasizes innovative delivery, use of technology (including AI and digital solutions), and a client-focused, multi-jurisdictional approach.

📋 Description

• Work within a Property Recoveries team in a predominantly claimant-based role • Undertake property recovery work, including investigatory tasks across fast track and intermediate track claims • Investigate liability on recovery claims arising from escape of water, flooding, impact and fire damage • Manage a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated property recovery claims valued typically between £10,000 and £100,000 • Negotiate quantum and settlement of damages with third parties • Obtain witness statements and key documentation • Draft letters of claim and issue proceedings • Manage disclosure, instruct Counsel and experts, and progress claims through trial • Assist on larger and more complex litigated matters • Support marketing, networking and business development activities • Handle confidential information in accordance with data security protocols • Comply with client and internal billing and credit control protocols • Maintain strong financial management of files • Achieve key performance measures, including a minimum annual target of 1,440 chargeable hours • Participate in client-facing activities and help build the business and professional profile

🎯 Requirements

• 0-4 year PQE Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer • Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with Litigation Rights, or substantial pre-qualification experience • Interest in developing expertise in insurance property damage recoveries and the underlying principles of contract and tort law • Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients, intermediaries and colleagues • Ability to analyse factual evidence, identify key legal issues and apply sound legal reasoning • Professional, enthusiastic and proactive approach • Commercial awareness, resilience and confidence • Commitment to delivering excellent client service • Alignment with the Firm's Cultural Principles: Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive

🏖️ Benefits

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance • A well-rounded remuneration package including private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership • Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding • In person and remote social events • Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities • Diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace