Senior Associate - Professional Indemnity - Manchester

Think Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to advise on complex professional indemnity claims. You will manage a diverse caseload, supervise junior members, and engage in business development. The firm offers flexible work arrangements and clear progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Benefits

Genuine flexibility

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in professional indemnity and related coverage issues.
• Experience in managing a caseload of professional indemnity claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of professional indemnity claims.
• Advise insurers on coverage across policy types.
• Supervise junior team members.
• Contribute to business development initiatives.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Analytical skills

Client-handling skills

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Ability to manage complex work

Collaborative mindset

Adaptability

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Senior Associate – Professional Indemnity – Manchester

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate (or Legal Director) to join their highly regarded Professional and Commercial Risk team based in Manchester.

You’ll advise major insurers and insured professionals on complex, high-value professional indemnity and financial lines matters – including coverage, recovery, and strategic risk advice. The work is varied, challenging, and often involves cross-border elements.

The Role

• Manage a caseload of professional indemnity claims, both pre-action and litigated.
• Advise insurers on coverage across a range of policy types.
• Supervise junior team members and support partners on major matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives.

About You

• Solicitor with significant experience in professional indemnity and related coverage issues.
• Strong technical, analytical, and client-handling skills.
• Commercially aware, detail-focused, and confident managing complex work.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality advice.

What’s on Offer

Join a large international firm offering first-class work, genuine flexibility, and clear progression opportunities within a supportive and dynamic Manchester-based team.

For more information, contact Louisa at: [e-mail]