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Property Damage Solicitor (NQ) | Birmingham | International Law Firm
The Opportunity A leading international law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Property Damage Solicitor to join its growing team in Birmingham. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious NQ to develop their career within a nationally recognised disputes practice, acting for a broad range of insurer, corporate and commercial clients on high-value and complex property damage claims. Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, you will benefit from high-quality supervision, structured development and exposure to a varied caseload from the outset.
The Role You will advise on a wide range of property damage matters, including: • Handling property damage claims arising from fires, floods, escapes of water, explosions and other significant incidents. • Managing subrogated recovery actions on behalf of insurers. • Advising clients on liability, quantum and policy-related issues. • Assisting on high-value, technically complex and multi-party litigation. • Working closely with experts, loss adjusters, insurers and corporate clients to deliver commercially focused solutions. • Supporting senior lawyers on major losses while progressively managing your own caseload.
The Candidate Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Solicitors who have completed a litigation or property damage seat during their training contract. You will demonstrate: • A genuine interest in property damage litigation and insurance disputes. • Strong analytical and organisational skills. • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. • A commercial, proactive approach to client service. • The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team. • Candidates with experience in commercial litigation, defendant insurance litigation or broader disputes work who are looking to specialise in property damage are also encouraged to apply.
The Firm This international law firm is recognised for delivering exceptional legal advice to insurers, major corporates and multinational organisations. The Birmingham office is home to a highly respected disputes practice, offering excellent quality work, genuine mentoring and clear opportunities for career progression within an inclusive and supportive environment.
The Package The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, together with hybrid working, first-class training and the opportunity to work alongside leading specialists on complex and high-profile matters.
If you are an ambitious Newly Qualified Solicitor looking to build your career in property damage litigation with a prestigious international law firm, we would be pleased to hear from you.
To apply contact Penny on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
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At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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