Risk & Compliance Lawyer (PII & Claims)

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm in London is seeking a Risk & Compliance Lawyer to manage insurance renewals and handle claims. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or experienced Insurance Claims Handler with strong knowledge of the SRA Handbook. Responsibilities include monitoring risk trends and ensuring compliance, alongside providing training across the firm. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangement, enhancing work-life balance while delivering critical legal support.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus package

Hybrid working (2-3 days per week) from London office

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or experienced Insurance Claims Handler with expertise in PII notifications.
• Strong knowledge of SRA Handbook and familiarity with the PI insurance market.
• Experience in delivering training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage global professional indemnity insurance renewals and claims.
• Advise on insurance coverage issues and instruct external counsel.
• Monitor risk trends and ensure compliance with timely escalations.

Skills

Qualified solicitor or experienced Insurance Claims Handler

Strong knowledge of the SRA Handbook and Codes of Conduct

Experience in policy drafting and implementation

Commercially minded

Excellent communication skills

Job description

• Risk & Compliance Lawyer (PII & Claims).
• Global Law Firm.

About Our Client

Global Law Firm.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage global professional indemnity insurance renewals and liaise with insurers and brokers on new and ongoing claims.
• Handle claims and complaints in the EU region, advise on insurance coverage issues, and instruct external counsel where needed.
• Monitor and report on risk trends, compliance breaches, and complaints, ensuring timely escalation to senior management.
• Support fee recovery in disputed cases and assist with global declarations, technology implementation, and compliance projects.
• Provide guidance on professional conduct obligations, update compliance policies, and deliver firm‑wide training.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate would have:

• Qualified solicitor or experienced Insurance Claims Handler with expertise in complex complaints and PII notifications.
• Strong knowledge of the SRA Handbook and Codes of Conduct; familiarity with PI insurance market desirable.
• Experience in policy drafting, implementation, and delivering training preferred.
• Commercially minded, proactive, and able to manage workload and drive projects independently.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and ability to build collaborative relationships across all levels.

What's on Offer

On offer to the candidate:

• Competitive salary plus package.
• Hybrid working (2-3 days per week) from London office.