Our client, a Top 20 Law Firm, is seeking a Claims & Investigations Lawyer to join the firm’s General Counsel team on a permanent basis.
The Opportunity
The opportunity is with a highly regarded international law firm with a strong presence across the UK and internationally, recognised for its collaborative culture and high-quality work.
The firm is looking to appoint a Claims & Investigations Lawyer to support the General Counsel function, advising Partners and internal stakeholders on a broad range of contentious and risk-related matters. The role will play a key part in managing claims, complaints and investigations, whilst also supporting wider strategic projects including the firm’s Professional Indemnity renewals process.
This is a hybrid position with 3 days per week in the office.
Responsibilities
The successful Claims & Investigations Lawyer will take ownership of a broad range of matters and responsibilities, including:
* Advising Partners and internal stakeholders on claims, complaints and investigations
* Managing and coordinating responses to professional negligence and regulatory matters
* Liaising with the firm’s insurers, brokers and external defence counsel
* Supporting on wider risk and insurance projects, including PI renewals
* Assisting with the reporting and analysis of claims and complaints-related costs
* Supporting the General Counsel team on strategic risk and governance matters
* Helping to identify trends, risks and process improvements across the firm
Benefits
* Hybrid working (3 days on-site)
* High-profile in-house role within a leading law firm
* Exposure to senior stakeholders across the business
* Collaborative and supportive team culture
* Competitive salary and benefits package
Requirements
* Proven experience handling claims, complaints, investigations or professional indemnity matters
* Experience gained within private practice, in-house, or a professional services environment
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to manage sensitive and complex matters effectively
To be considered for this Claims & Investigations Lawyer opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.