Insurance Disputes Solicitor – PI & Tech E&O

Austen Lloyd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Generous bonus scheme

Holiday entitlement up to 25 days + 1/

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Austen Lloyd is seeking a senior insurance disputes lawyer to manage a diverse caseload across complex coverage and indemnity matters. The role offers hybrid working, significant client exposure, and a path to leadership in a leading insurance practice.

You will advise on high-value matters for insurers and reinsurers, with opportunities to specialise or maintain a broad practice, in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' PQE in insurance from a City/major regional or leading international firm.
• Experience advising on significant insurance matters.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to provide clear, practical and commercially focused advice.
• Excellent judgment, attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Interest in developing client relationships within the insurance market.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex insurance and coverage disputes.
• Handle defendant Professional Indemnity disputes and Financial Institutions matters.
• Work on complex policy coverage disputes for insurers and reinsurers.
• Engage in cyber breach response and coverage work.
• Explore emerging areas such as Warranty & Indemnity, FinTech, and Tech E&O.
• Develop client relationships and engage in business development.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical thinking

Client management

Commercial awareness

Education

4+ years' PQE in insurance

Job description

Austen Lloyd is seeking a senior insurance disputes lawyer to manage a diverse caseload across complex coverage and indemnity matters. The role offers hybrid working, significant client exposure, and a path to leadership in a leading insurance practice.

You will advise on high-value matters for insurers and reinsurers, with opportunities to specialise or maintain a broad practice, in a collaborative and supportive team environment.