Solicitor - Professional Indemnity

Weightmans; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work atmosphere

Award-winning workplace culture

Job summary

A leading national law firm is looking for an Associate with 3 years PQE to join the Specialty team in Manchester. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and assist senior lawyers with complex litigation in professional indemnity cases. Candidates should display a strong focus on client service, possess excellent communication skills, and ideally have experience in insurance litigation, especially related to construction. Join a nurturing team committed to professional development and mentoring.

Qualifications

• 3 years PQE plus experience in Professional Indemnity.
• Experience of insurance litigation and coverage analysis.
• Strong legal analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist partners with caseloads and manage own cases.
• Prepare detailed and technical reports and court documents.
• Liaise with clients, experts, and other parties.

Skills

Professional Indemnity

Insurance Litigation

Commercial Risk Analysis

Teamwork

Client-Focused Approach

Education

3 years PQE or equivalent

Tools

Legal Research Software

Job description

About your new role

We are looking to recruit an Associate of 3 years PQE plus, to support the Specialty team. We have team members in Liverpool, Manchester, Leicester, Leeds, London and Newcastle so would welcome applications from any of those areas.

The team is highly regarded for its expertise, the quality of its work and an eye-catching client list. Members of the team regularly deal with complex and high value litigation at the cutting edge of the professions they represent. The atmosphere is friendly and supportive, with a history of mentoring and promotions at all levels. We encourage our Associates to get involved in business development and all the exciting initiatives taking place across the firm. Our lawyers flourish as part of a team and relish the opportunity to make a difference.

The applicant will have experience of, and be developing a real specialism in, professional indemnity work, defending claims against various professional service providers, such as solicitors, engineers and financial advisors, as well as construction professionals. An interest and some experience in coverage work, reinsurance and/or property damage work would be attractive, as the team undertakes a broad range of contentious work.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Assisting and supporting the partners and principal associates with their caseloads
• Proactive management of your own cases
• Working as part of a team on large, complex, high value matters
• Preparing detailed and technical reports, correspondence and court documents
• Delegating to solicitors and trainees, supporting with their development
• Advising clients in relation to issues of liability and coverage
• Liaising with insurer and insured clients, experts, witnesses, counsel and other parties
• Ensuring compliance with client service level agreements, relevant policies and procedures
• Supporting and contributing to business development initiatives
• Completion of management information
• Helping to supervise trainees, paralegals and apprentices
• Assisting with other work allocated by the Team Manager
• Working in accordance with Weightmans’ values

About You

You will have previous experience and a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work.

We also require you to have/be:

• 3 years PQE plus (or equivalent)
• Developing expertise in Professional Indemnity, particularly construction matters and architect claims, with experience in these areas
• Experience of insurance litigation and policy coverage analysis
• Experience of professional risk claims relating to construction claims
• Experience of other professional risk claims is desirable
• Understanding of commercial insurance policies, the insurance market, reporting arrangements, reserving philosophies, and the relationship between brokers, underwriters/insurers and lawyers is essential
• Previous secondment to or employment with an insurance organisation would be advantageous
• Ability to work to deadlines/targets, to prioritise and manage a caseload and to work under pressure to deliver effective solutions
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
• A commercial, solution-driven and client-focused approach
• Strong legal and analytical skills and an eye for detail
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive attitude
• Excellent IT skills
• Excellent teamwork skills

If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, then we look forward to receiving your application.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates are encouraged to reach out directly. For inquiries or more details, feel free to contact us. Our recruitment team members are here to assist.

Why work for us

Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter.

Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities.

Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.

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