This is a really exciting opportunity to join a Tier 1: Ranked Legal 500 Professional Negligence Team. They are seeking a Chartered Legal Executive or Solicitor to handle high-quality cases on behalf of insurers defending a variety of professional indemnity claims, specialising in financial institutions and directors & officers cases.
You will manage your own caseload of claims up to £500k and assist Partners on £multi-million cases.
You’ll work directly with clients and insurers, handling claims from pre-action protocols through ADR, mediation, adjudication, and litigation. You will also provide policy coverage advice and engage in adjudication and arbitration, while preparing reports, witness statements, and liaising with Counsel and experts.
We’re looking for candidates with a background in professional indemnity and/or construction disputes, along with strong litigation skills.
This is a fantastic chance to work alongside Legal 500 experts at a firm known for its exceptional reputation in the industry.
Minimal office attendance will be required at a local office.
The Benefits
* Competitive basic salary depending on experience
* Generous bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday with the option to buy / sell more
* Hybrid working
* Private medical insurance
The Candidate
* 4 year PQE Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience of defendant professional indemnity
* Ability to work to deadlines/targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
* Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
* Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
* Excellent organisation and time-management skills
* Professional and effective communication with individual and business contact
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Toni Bowie Retained Consultant – INDTLB
Email: Toni.Bowie@williamjamesrecruitment.com
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07909 992 567