About the role
Associate (2–5 PQE) Catastrophic Injury Team
The Role
We are looking to recruit an Associate (2–5 PQE) to join our Catastrophic Injury team at Clyde & Co, Manchester. This is a key role within a high-performing and nationally recognised practice, acting for leading insurer, clients on complex, high-value personal injury claims.
You will manage a caseload of multi-track claims, with a particular focus on catastrophic and large loss matters arising from Employers’ Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL), including cases involving serious and life-changing injuries.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a caseload of complex EL/PL claims, including catastrophic and large loss matters
Assisting partners and senior lawyers on high-value, technically challenging cases
Conducting detailed liability investigations and quantum assessments
Instructing and liaising with counsel, experts, and other stakeholders
Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentation
Supporting clients with strategic case management and early resolution strategies
Maintaining strong client relationships and delivering a high standard of service
Contributing to team knowledge sharing and wider business development initiatives
Skills & Experience Required
Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 2–5 years’ PQE
Proven experience handling Employers’ Liability and Public Liability claims
Experience of multi-track litigation, ideally including catastrophic or large loss matters
Strong technical ability and a proactive approach to case management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Commercial awareness and a client-focused mindset
The Team
Our Catastrophic Injury team is a market leader, handling complex, high-value claims on behalf of a broad range of insurer and corporate clients. The team is known for its technical expertise, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering outstanding client outcomes.
The Firm
When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.
Our Commitment
Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Our values
encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.
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This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.