Jr Associate - National Professional Indemnity-Bristol-1+ PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression pathways

Collaborative team environment

Structured development support

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A respected national law firm is seeking a Junior Associate with over 1 year PQE to join its National Professional Indemnity team in Bristol. The role involves managing a varied caseload related to professional liability and complex disputes while supporting business development initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, experience in professional indemnity, and the ability to navigate FCA regulated environments. The firm offers excellent career progression, a supportive team environment, and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year PQE, all strong candidates considered.
• Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently.
• Intellectual versatility across coverage and liability issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and challenging caseload involving professional liability.
• Defend civil claims against professionals like solicitors and accountants.
• Advise on policy coverage issues, including key trigger points.

Skills

Experience in professional indemnity

Strong understanding of FCA regulated environments

Excellent drafting and analytical skills

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Education

Completion of a Training Contract

Job description

Junior Associate - National Professional Indemnity - Bristol - 1+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol (Hybrid)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience)

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Junior Associate (1+ PQE) to join its National Professional Indemnity (NPI) team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a market leading insurance and professional risks practice, handling complex, high value matters for major insurers, financial institutions, and a wide range of professional clients.

The Role

You’ll manage a varied and challenging caseload involving professional liability and coverage matters, including:

• Defending civil claims against professionals such as solicitors, accountants, IFAs, brokers, surveyors, architects, and other regulated practitioners
• Handling complex, multi party disputes at both pre-action and litigated stages
• Advising on policy coverage issues, including key trigger points and indemnity considerations
• Supporting on regulatory and disciplinary investigations
• Running your own files while contributing to larger strategic matters under partner guidance
• Building strong relationships with insurer clients and supporting business development
• Contributing to team initiatives, practice management, and knowledge sharing

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• Minimum 1 year PQE (PQE is a guide; all strong candidates considered)
• Experience in professional indemnity, financial lines, or insurance coverage disputes
• Strong understanding of FCA regulated environments and FOS procedures
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and strategic case handling skills
• Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently
• Intellectual versatility across coverage and liability issues
• A developing network within the insurance market (advantageous)
• Strong teamwork, communication, and client-facing skills
• Completion of a Training Contract (or equivalent) and required legal qualifications

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Exposure to complex, high profile professional indemnity and coverage work
• A collaborative, supportive, and high performing team environment
• Clear career progression pathways and structured development supportHybrid working arrangements
• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, pro bono work, and environmental responsibility

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*