6 July 2026
Key requirements
6+ months experience handling own caseload of pre-litigated and Sheriff Court Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL) and Personal Injury and Catastrophic Loss claims, as well as assisting more senior team members with large value, complex files Experience managing Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL) and Catastrophic Loss claims Insurance litigation experience is essential Previous experience in Scottish law and a Scotland legal qualifications are essential
The role
DWF is seeking an Associate with 0+ years of experience to join their Major Injury & Casualty team in Glasgow/Edinburgh. This role focuses on handling litigated cases across Employers Liability, Public Liability, and Personal Injury claims, working with insurance and potentially health law clients.
What you'll do
- Ensure that cases are progressed as quickly and efficiently as possible
- 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
What we're looking for
6+ months experience handling own caseload of pre-litigated and Sheriff Court Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL) and Personal Injury and Catastrophic Loss claims, as well as assisting more senior team members with large value, complex files
Experience managing Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL) and Catastrophic Loss claims
Insurance litigation experience is essential
Previous experience in Scottish law and a Scotland legal qualifications are essential
Experience handling litigation experience in one of the following area's - Employers Liability, Public Liability, Motor, RTA, Casualty, Abuse, Disease, Personal Injury, Serious Injury and Catastrophic Injury· nice to have
Experience of acting for Defenders, including litigation experience· nice to have
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills· nice to have
Excellent negotiation and communication skills, both verbal and written· nice to have
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and to work effectively under pressure· nice to have
Benefits
Hybrid working — mix of home and office working
Bonus structure
Competitive salary
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