Kennedys is seeking an Associate with 2+ years' post-qualification experience to join its highly regarded Catastrophic Injury team. The role involves investigating and managing high-value catastrophic injury claims for a diverse range of clients, including major insurers and corporates.
The successful candidate will work directly with a Partner and Senior Associate on complex and high-profile matters, including motor, employer's liability, public liability and sport-related concussion claims.
The Role
The Associate will provide comprehensive and efficient legal support in the investigation and management of high-value catastrophic injury claims.
The caseload will include both pre-litigation and litigated matters, with exposure to complex cases involving brain and spinal injuries, multi-track and large-loss claims, chronic pain and sport-related concussion.
Some matters may be particularly sensitive or attract significant national media attention. The role therefore requires sound judgement, strong attention to detail and the ability to deal professionally with clients and other parties in demanding circumstances.
The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work on UK matters requiring cross-border quantum investigations through Kennedys' international offices.
Clients
The team acts for a range of clients, including:
Large composite insurers
Corporate clients
Employer's liability and public liability insurers
Motor insurers
The role provides direct exposure to sophisticated clients and complex insurance and liability matters.
Casework
The Associate will work on matters involving:
Catastrophic injury, including brain and spinal injuries
Multi-track claims
Large-loss claims
Employer's liability and public liability claims
Chronic pain claims
Sport-related concussion claims
Pre-litigation matters
Litigated claims
The work includes complex and high-value disputes requiring detailed investigation, legal analysis, negotiation and litigation expertise.
Candidate Requirements
Applicants should be a UK-qualified Solicitor or CILEX lawyer with 2+ years' relevant experience.
Candidates should have:
Litigation experience in catastrophic injury defence work.
Experience handling complex personal injury or liability claims.
Experience dealing directly with clients.
Experience of negotiation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
The ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload.
A professional and commercially focused approach to client service.
Previous experience attending business development events and developing client relationships is also required.
The stated PQE requirement is a guideline rather than an absolute requirement, and Kennedys welcomes applications from candidates with more or less experience where they can demonstrate the relevant skills and experience.
The Team
Kennedys' Serious and Catastrophic Injury team is highly regarded in the market and has strong relationships with major insurers.
The team handles complex and high-profile cases and is led by experienced Partners recognised as specialists in the field. The team also works closely with Kennedys' international offices where UK matters require cross-border quantum investigations.
Kennedys takes a technology-focused approach to legal services, including its in-house research and development capability and technology and process innovations designed to improve the delivery of legal services.
About Kennedys
Kennedys is a global law firm specialising in dispute resolution and advisory services. The firm has more than 3,000 people across 45 offices in 18 countries and acts for clients across a wide range of industries.
The firm's work includes both contentious and non-contentious matters, with particular expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, including defending insurance and liability claims.
Kennedys places emphasis on professional development through on-the-job learning, peer learning, mentoring and other development opportunities. Lawyers may also have opportunities for secondments to clients and Kennedys' international offices.
Working Arrangements and Benefits
The position is offered on a full-time, permanent and hybrid basis.
Kennedys' benefits include:
Hybrid working
Flexible working hours
Medical services package
Life cover
Multisport card
Additional leave
One shorter workday
Access to the firm's library
Kennedys also supports career development through mentoring, experiential learning and professional development opportunities.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Kennedys is committed to providing an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities throughout its recruitment processes.
The firm aims to create a workplace where employees can bring their authentic selves to work and places diversity, equity and inclusion at the centre of its culture.
Candidates who require additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process can request assistance from Kennedys.
Application
The position is available in Birmingham, Bristol or Manchester and is offered on a full-time, permanent and hybrid basis.
The salary is competitive.
- Locations
- England, United Kingdom
- Experience
- 2+ years