A leading national law firm, renowned for its expertise in insurance litigation, is seeking a Senior Solicitor to join its expanding Professional Indemnity team in Manchester.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-value, complex claims for a broad range of professionals and insurers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a varied caseload of professional indemnity matters, acting for legal, construction, financial and insurance sector clients
* Handle claims ranging from negligence and breach of duty to coverage disputes and policy issues
* Provide strategic advice to clients and insurers at all stages of claims, from pre-action to litigation
* Supervise and mentor junior team members, supporting the continued growth of the team
* Actively contribute to client relationship management and business development initiatives
About You:
* Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 6+ years' PQE, ideally gained in a recognised insurance or commercial disputes practice
* Strong background in professional indemnity defence work, particularly in claims against lawyers, construction professionals or financial services firms
* Excellent technical, analytical and negotiation skills
* A proactive, commercially-minded approach with a passion for client service
* A strong team player who enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues
The Benefits
* Competitive basic salary - up to £85k (DOE)
* Private medical/ dental insurance, life assurance and death in service
* Generous annual leave package (plus bank holidays) and company pension
* Fantastic working culture in a highly collaborative environment
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332
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