Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to work on behalf of leading insurers handling quality mid-high value work. For the right candidate, it offers the opportunity for development based on performance.

The main function of the job is to demonstrate technical and commercial expertise and the ability to deliver results within required timeframes in order to provide the highest service level to external clients, whilst demonstrating and communicating a clear understanding of business needs/changes to internal clients.

• Achieve time recording targets, split between chargeable and investment time in any one financial year.

• Achieve individual financial targets in line with sales plan.

• Understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice.

• Analyse risk and further develop sound judgement, enabling the justification of decisions to clients internally and externally.

• Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices.

• Understand individual role in the context of the practice group and proactively seek to contribute to increased efficiency in developing a caseload appropriate to level of technical and legal knowledge.

• Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s direction and client needs.

• Develop increased levels of technical and commercial knowledge through training and/or supervised working practices.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ideally, have experience of handling defendant professional indemnity claims if you have a few years PQE; A seat in Commercial Litigation/Litigation would be beneficial, but not essential for this role; Strong technical ability to include a thorough grasp of principles and case law and topics; Diligence and attention to detail; Motivation and a demonstrable work ethic; Confidence, resilience and tenacity; An ability to work proactively and demonstrate initiative without constant direction, albeit under close supervision; Strong organisational skills.