Senior Associate – Complex Insurance Claims (Leeds)

Forbes Solicitors; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Health care benefits

Profit share scheme

Job summary

Forbes Solicitors in Leeds seeks a Senior Associate to join the Insurance (Complex Claims) team. The role involves handling a varied caseload of Employers and Public Liability claims with advice on liability, indemnity, and contractual issues, plus guiding clients strategically.

You will work closely with Partners, supervise junior staff, and contribute to business development while upholding high service standards and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Be a qualified Solicitor (or CILEX equivalent), 7 years PQE.
• Demonstratable experience and expert knowledge of Employers and Public Liability claims.
• Expert knowledge of CPR and Insurance litigation processes.
• Previous experience advising commercial organisations and dealing with insurers.
• Experience conducting advocacy in courts/tribunals.
• Experience supervising Solicitors and support staff.
• Experience using legal case management systems (PfW).
• Proven ability to manage own caseload and meet deadlines while generating fees.

Responsibilities

• Handling or supporting on a varied caseload of Defendant Insurance claims (Employers/Public Liability).
• Advise on complex liability, contractual and indemnity issues.
• Provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance to clients.
• Ensure profitability and KPIs including time and financial management.
• Complete legal tasks, research, drafting and calculation of financial liability.
• Analyse matters, assess risks, and determine case strategy.
• Negotiate, mediate, or litigate to achieve client outcomes.
• Maintain exceptional client care and effective communication.
• Represent clients in court or liaise with counsel as needed.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, SRA Principles, and deadlines.
• Keep up-to-date with CPD and industry developments.
• Contribute to department delivery, business development, and people management.
• Build relationships with clients and drive firm growth.

Skills

PQE 7+ years

Employers & Public Liability

Insurance litigation

Advocacy / court appearances

Supervising lawyers

Case management systems (PfW)

Fees generation / targets

Client care & communication

Attention to detail

Time management / deadlines

Teamwork

IT proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Business development

aligns with firm values

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX equivalent; 7 years PQE

Tools

PfW case management system

Job description

Forbes Solicitors in Leeds seeks a Senior Associate to join the Insurance (Complex Claims) team. The role involves handling a varied caseload of Employers and Public Liability claims with advice on liability, indemnity, and contractual issues, plus guiding clients strategically.

You will work closely with Partners, supervise junior staff, and contribute to business development while upholding high service standards and regulatory compliance.