Legal Director – Professional Indemnity (National Team)
Location: Manchester
Department: Insurance – Professional Indemnity
Clyde & Co is seeking an experienced Legal Director to join its National Professional Indemnity team, one of the largest and most respected PI practices in the UK market. This senior role requires a technically excellent lawyer with strong client‑facing skills, capable of managing complex, high‑value claims and contributing to the strategic development of the national practice.
Responsibilities
* Advising insurers and insureds on complex professional indemnity claims, including coverage, defense strategy, policy interpretation and reserving issues.
* Handling high‑value and sensitive matters across a broad range of professions (construction, law, accounting, surveying, architecture, engineering and consulting).
* Managing claims from inception through to resolution, including litigation, mediation and settlement.
* Acting as a trusted adviser to key insurer and broker clients, developing strong, long‑term relationships.
* Supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers within the team, ensuring consistent quality and technical excellence.
* Supporting partners with business development, including client pitches, panel tenders, thought leadership and client training.
* Contributing to the strategic growth and profile of the National PI practice, including innovation, process improvement and knowledge‑sharing initiatives.
Qualifications
* Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction.
* Significant post‑qualification experience in professional indemnity insurance, ideally within a leading insurance, commercial or disputes practice.
* Strong technical expertise in PI policy wordings, coverage issues and claims handling.
* Proven ability to manage complex, high‑value matters with a high degree of autonomy.
* Excellent client‑handling skills with a commercial and solutions‑focused approach.
* Experience mentoring junior lawyers and contributing positively to team culture.
* Interest in business development and practice growth.
About the Firm
Clyde & Co has 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people across nearly 70 offices worldwide. The firm is committed to diversity, inclusion and responsible business practices.
Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
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