Job Description
The Role
Product Liability Solicitor - London - Hybrid - Up to £90,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Solicitor to join a well-established law firm. This role focuses on defending insurer clients in complex and high-value product liability and insurance coverage disputes, often involving multi-party litigation and claims exceeding £1m.
You will manage your own caseload of defendant product liability matters while assisting Partners on large, technically challenging cases. The work will involve advising on coverage, liability and quantum, supporting strategic decision-making, and defending claims across a range of sectors.
You’ll work directly with insurer clients and claims handlers, handling matters from initial investigation through to resolution, including drafting bespoke coverage advice, preparing court proceedings, managing disclosure, engaging in ADR and settlement negotiations, and supporting litigation strategy. You will review evidence, conduct legal research, prepare instructions to Counsel and experts, attend client meetings and conferences, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
The Benefits
* Competitive basic salary depending on experience
* 25 days annual leave with the option to buy / sell holiday
* Hybrid working
* Private medical insurance
* Healthcare cash plan
* Critical illness cover and income protection
* Employer pension contribution
* Life assurance
* Access to additional wellbeing and discount benefits
The Candidate
* Solicitor or Legal Executive with previous defendant product liability insurance litigation experience
* Strong understanding of coverage issues, negligence, breach of contract and Consumer Protection Act claims
* Ability to work to deadlines and chargeable time targets
* Strong litigation and drafting skills
* Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
* Excellent organisation and time-management skills
* Professional and confident communication with insurer clients and senior claims handlers
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407
Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com