Assistant Lawyer - Property, Risk and Coverage

Davies; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance law firm is seeking a talented insurance lawyer to join their team in Manchester. This permanent full-time role allows for hybrid working and involves managing complex property damage claims while collaborating with senior lawyers. Candidates should have a solid background in insurance litigation and excellent interpersonal skills. The firm offers competitive benefits and values sustainable growth for both employees and clients.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – 24/7 online GP

Pension Contribution

Employee Volunteering Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Tickets for local attractions

Qualifications

• Solicitor/FILEX qualification required.
• Minimum one day per week in the office.
• Experience dealing with challenging customers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and handle a caseload.
• Assist a lead lawyer on complex high-value cases.
• Participate in training seminars for clients.

Skills

Legal Qualification: Solicitor/FILEX

Experience in defendant property insurance litigation

Understanding of disputes and claims

Technical familiarity with breach of contract and negligence

Customer relations experience

Strong prioritization skills

Attention to detail

Technical proficiency with case management systems

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manchester

Description

Keoghs LLP, a leading insurance law firm in the UK, is seeking a talented insurance lawyer to join our Property Risks and Coverage Team. With a flexible location policy and the opportunity for hybrid working, this is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a real impact. We do, however, require a minimum of one day per week in the office.

As part of our team, you\'ll collaborate on large and complex cases, tackling some of the most significant property damage and insurance coverage claims in the UK. Your role will involve handling your own caseload while supporting a lead lawyer on high-value cases often exceeding £1 million. You\'ll also participate in delivering training seminars and workshops to various insurer clients, contributing to client development, and preparing and presenting seminars on technical legal issues. If you’re ready to take on challenging and rewarding work in a supportive and innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Independently handle a caseload from start to finish.

• When assisting a Large and Complex Lead Lawyer, tasks will include:
• Reviewing documents and preparing draft advices to clients.
• Crafting bespoke coverage advices.
• Supporting all aspects of the litigation process.
• Analyzing issues of coverage, liability, quantum, and strategy.
• Conducting thorough investigations.
• Preparing first draft instructions to counsel and experts.
• Performing legal research and document searches.
• Attending client meetings, strategy discussions, and conferences for note-taking and follow-up.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.

For Cases Managed Independently:

• Handle all aspects of case management.
• Draft applications and court proceedings.
• Engage in settlement negotiations, roundtable discussions, and ADR.

Note: The above is not an exhaustive list and other tasks may be delegated as required.

Working Hours

• 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.
• Primary location is London, with additional hours as needed to meet client and court obligations.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Legal Qualification: Solicitor/FILEX
• Experience: Previous defendant property insurance litigation experience
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of disputes and claims handled by the department and our insurer client
• Technical Expertise: Familiarity with product liability, breach of contract, negligence, property law, and insurance coverage issues

Desirable:

• Customer Relations: Experience dealing with challenging customers

Required Soft Skills:

• Prioritization: Strong ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail in all tasks
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable working with case management systems
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with senior claims handlers and managing major litigation

Values: Our culture is built on sustainability and success for both our people and clients. Our four core values are central to everything we do:

We are Connected: Building strong relationships within and outside the firm.

We are Dynamic: Embracing change and innovation to stay ahead.

We are Innovative: Continuously seeking better ways to serve our clients.

We Succeed Together: Collaborating as a team to achieve shared goals.

Join Keoghs LLP and thrive in a role that values your expertise, fosters your growth, and celebrates your success. Apply now and become part of a firm where your contribution truly matters!

Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

* after successfully completing probation