About the Role
Clyde & Co is seeking a Litigation Executive to join its market-leading Product Liability team in Bristol. The team advises insurers and their insureds on a broad spectrum of complex, high-value disputes, with a particular focus on defending personal injury claims arising from product liability and aviation incidents.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile cases for a stellar client base alongside a highly regarded and collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of pre-litigated product liability, employer’s liability and public liability claims under supervision, progressing matters efficiently and in line with client service standards.
* Assist senior fee earners on complex, high-value claims, including catastrophic injury and multi-party litigation.
* Accurately valuing claims for personal injury to assist London and International insurers consider appropriate reserves.
* Handle property damage and insurance coverage disputes linked to product liability matters.
* Assist with drafting legal documents, including witness statements, and instructions to experts and counsel.
* Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy.
* Liaise with clients, insurers, brokers, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders.
* Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with procedural rules and internal reporting requirements.
* Support case strategy, including liability investigations, quantum assessment, and settlement negotiations.
* Meet billing targets and contribute to the financial performance of the team.
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience handling defendant litigation matters, preferably within personal injury, product liability, or insurance litigation.
* Experience of working with insurer clients is highly desirable.
* Familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and litigation processes.
* Understanding of how to value a personal injury claim.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex issues.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectively under pressure.
* High level of attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.
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