Defendant Insurance Partner

William James Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 148,500 - 181,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Bonus structure

Collaborative culture

Access to top-tier clients

Full benefits package

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Partner to spearhead their new office in the Midlands. This role offers the opportunity to expand the insurance sector while leveraging your existing client base. You will be at the forefront of business development, marketing strategies, and maintaining exceptional professional standards. With a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, along with access to top-tier clients and resources, this position promises a rewarding career in a collaborative and inclusive environment. If you have a background in personal injury, professional negligence, or insurance disputes, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury, professional negligence, or insurance disputes.
• Ability to lead and expand a legal practice effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead marketing and business development strategies to attract new clients.
• Maintain professional standards and meet billing targets.
• Build a strong personal profile through networking and client engagement.

Skills

Business Development

Marketing Strategies

Client Engagement

Networking

Lexcel Accreditation

Education

Law Degree

Professional Qualification in Law

Job description

This range is provided by William James Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Insurance Partner - To £165,000 annual salary plus bonus

As a key figure in this dynamic and forward-thinking Tier 1 Ranked: Legal 500 Law Firm, you will take the lead and expand the insurance sector in their new exclusive office.

The firm is well known in the market already and has an outstanding reputation. Due to this, they are now rapidly expanding in the Midlands. They are looking for a Lead Partner who can bring a following of work with them to head up the office and grow on their already thriving client base, whether that be an insurer, self-insured or direct instructions.

If you have a background in personal injury, professional negligence, general insurance disputes, or property damage - get in touch if you are wanting a new exciting opportunity!

The new office has the support and availability to accommodate a team move too, if needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Take the lead on marketing and business development strategies, with a focus on attracting new clients and expanding the firm’s reach.
• Maintain the firm’s Lexcel accreditation and uphold its exceptional professional standards.
• Meet time recording and billing targets while ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
• Build a strong personal profile and actively promote the team through networking, online presence, and direct client engagement.

The Benefits and How to Apply

• A highly competitive salary and bonus.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated and career advancement is strongly supported.
• Access to unmatched resources, top-tier clients, and a national platform that will enhance your professional standing.
• Full benefits package.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice