Associate - Motor and Large Loss

• Work on complex, high-profile cases and your own reduced caseload of defender motor litigation
• Be part of a supportive and expert team
• Access to career development across broad legal disciplines
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• A culture that values integrity, growth, and innovation

Key Responsibilities

• Forensic review and analysis of relevant documents
• Analysis of liability, quantum and causation
• Assisting in drafting strategic legal advice
• Instructing medical experts and liaising with clients
• Attending court and supporting counsel
• Drafting documents and correspondence to clients, courts and witnesses
• Assisting Partners and other members of the team where required
• Assisting in business development initiatives, including drafting of articles, blog pieces, e-shots and presentations and attendance at relevant events

• 35 hours per week
• Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Other working patterns may be considered.
• Primary location for this role is the Glasgow Office although we operate flexible working.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Qualified solicitor with relevant legal experience
• Litigation experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent forensic skills
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise under pressure
• Previous experience of time recording is preferable
• The ability to work as part of a team and independently

Job Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) 
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing 
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer 
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets