Senior Associate – Property Risks & Coverage: Birmingham
Are you a qualified lawyer with a passion for property damage and insurance litigation?
Ready to take the lead in high-value, high-profile cases and help shape a growing team?
HF is looking for a Senior Associate to join our expanding Property Risks & Coverage department in Birmingham.
About the Role
You’ll work with some of the UK’s leading property insurers, handling claims arising from fires, floods, explosions, vehicle impacts, and more. With cases often running into the multi-millions, you’ll support partners on complex litigation, manage your own multi-track caseload, and mentor junior team members.
This is a chance to be a key player in a fast-growing team, where your expertise, leadership, and commercial insight will make a real impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
Manage high-value property damage claims (claimant & defendant)
Build strong client relationships and deliver clear, commercial advice
Lead internal projects and support strategic initiatives
Contribute to business development through networking, presentations, and innovation
Act as a technical expert and mentor within the department
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards
What We’re Looking For
Qualified lawyer with 4+ years’ PQE in insurance/property damage
Strong communicator and critical thinker
Organised, proactive, and commercially aware
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
Passionate about learning and sharing expertise
Why HF?
At HF, we do things differently. We’re ranked among the top law firms for career development, culture, and work/life balance . You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, supports growth, and celebrates success.
Progression
This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly team - currently 2 Partners, a Senior Associate, and a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice in Birmingham - and support our ambitious growth plans.
As a firm, HF is concerned with people, not just lawyers. Our team reflects that in spades. We help and encourage employees at all levels not only to develop their legal skills, but also to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Our working environment is interactive, supportive and highly conducive to career development and progression.
What’s in it for you?
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll have access to, as part of our team:
25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service
Holiday Buy Scheme (buy up to 5 extra days holiday)
Hybrid/Flexible working
Life insurance and Income Protection
Partner Life Insurance*
Private Medical Insurance*
Healthcare Cash Plan*
Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service
Company Pension Scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme*
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave*
Flexible & Hybrid working options*
Discounted Gym Membership
Charitable Giving & Employee Volunteer Days
Technology Vouchers & Discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Travel Insurance
Flu Vouchers & Eyecare Vouchers
HF Discount Hub

Season Ticket Loans

• subject to eligibility

Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level in a firm that values your expertise and ambition, we’d love to hear from you

Please refer the Job description for details