Interested in joining a supportive, inclusive and diverse team in an international legal business? 

DWF LLP is seeking to recruit an Associate with experience in defender personal injury work, to join the nationally recognised insurance team. The vacancy has arisen due to an increasing workload and we are seeking applications from candidates who ideally have relevant experience, but will consider any applicant who wishes to gain experience in a fast paced personal injury defender team, working for some of the biggest names in the UK insurance industry.

The role can be based from either our Glasgow or Edinburgh office, and we offer a hybrid working arrangement with 2 or 3 days working from the office and 2 or 3 days from home.

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

You will be expected to handle a mixed case load of employers' and public liability cases, as well as road traffic cases, for a variety of leading UK based insurers and their insureds.

• Ensure that cases are progressed as quickly and efficiently as possible, and provide sound technical advice.
• Work with our valued and long-standing clients to understand requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice.
• Prioritise work effectively and maximise efficiency in working practices
• Build stakeholder relationships both internally and externally
• Develop your technical and commercial knowledge via training or working practices

We will consider applications from candidates with strong academics who have some post-qualification experience of handling personal injury litigation, but also welcome applications from those with more general court experience.

• Experience of working within a busy commercial environment, handling a varied caseload
• Strong technical and commercial expertise, including a thorough grasp of principles and case law
• The ability to develop new skills and to use your initiative, with the support of an experienced team
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. When you join us, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support. For more details follow this link: https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles

In the event that external support is required to fill a vacancy, the role will be shared exclusively with select agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. We request recruitment agencies not to send unsolicited candidate submissions to DWF, no fees will be applicable.

To formally express your interest and submit your application, kindly use the link provided below. For any further inquiries or to obtain additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ciara Limmer at ciara.limmer@dwf.law