Construction Associate - London, United Kingdom - Search Consultancy
Description
Associate Solicitor (Professional Indemnity - Professional & Financial Risks)
- 5+ PQE
London & SW England
My client is a dynamic, award winning International law firm Headquartered in London. Their commercial success is reinforced by their unique culture which is not like most City firms Their clients and recruits are often surprised by just how different they are. This well known and respected firm, is looking to hire people with personality and invest heavily in their professional development and well being. This approach ensures that everyone who either applies to, or works for, the firm is treated equally. This team that is currently hiring is top ranked for Professional Negligence in both Chambers & Partners and Legal 500.
**Role description:
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- The Professional & Financial Risks team ("PFR") is seeking junior lawyers to join their teams in London and South West England.
- The PFR team is part of the firm's insurance group and has a wellestablished client base, acting for the vast majority of Professional Indemnity Insurers in the market and their insureds.
- The team handles a wide variety of claims against various professionals including solicitors, insurance brokers, accountants and financial advisers.
- The role largely involves defending liability claims both pre and post litigation, but the team also provide advice/ representation on associated matters such as regulatory issues, risk management and Ombudsman complaints.
- The team is also frequently asked to advise insurers on policy coverage aspect of claims. As well as acting for all of the major Professional Indemnity Insurers, the team also acts directly for a number of large professional services firms.
- The work will be varied, interesting and challenging and you will be given autonomy; there will be the opportunity to work on matters involving a range of professions with values ranging from tens of thousands of pounds to multi millions. You will have the opportunity to get involved with business development and client initiatives.
- Management of a caseload of Professional Indemnity claims, including coverage issues.
- You will have at least 5 years PQE and while experience of insurance is desirable, but is not essential.
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