Assistant Lawyer (Property)

TL;DR

Assistant Lawyer (Property): Managing large and complex property risks and coverage files for commercial and household insurers with an accent on liability, recoveries, and policy coverage. Focus on providing high-level client relationship management, mentoring team members, and delivering strategic legal insights for complex loss cases.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to the Parklands Office, Bolton

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of legal and claims solutions to the insurance sector, managing over £1bn in claims and leveraging innovative technology to optimize legal processes.

What you will do

• Manage a caseload of large and complex property, liability, and recovery files.
• Act as a primary client contact, overseeing service delivery and quality for key accounts.
• Advise on high-profile media cases involving adverse publicity.
• Mentor and support assistant solicitors and paralegals within the team.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives, including drafting publications and speaking at seminars.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support performance and growth targets.

Requirements

• Previous experience in insurance, property, and coverage law is required.
• Proven claims handling and litigation experience in large and complex loss recoveries.
• Working knowledge of household and commercial property claims.
• Ability to manage complex litigation and liaise effectively with key clients.
• Strong attention to detail and proficiency with case management systems.
• Ability to work effectively within a busy, collaborative team environment.

Nice to have

• Previous experience in managing people.
• Experience in travel claims.

Culture & Benefits

• Private medical insurance (Bupa) with family cover options.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 online GP and mental health services.
• Pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contribution.
• 25 days of annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• Life assurance, critical illness cover, and income protection.
• Access to various employee discount schemes, including gym, retail, and travel.

Hiring process

• Initial phone call and CV review.
• Case study assessment.
• Interview process.