Litigation Executive

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.

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.

Requirements

• 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.
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Role: Litigation Executive Department: Product Liability Location: Bristol

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