Partner/Designate Partner

The Client

Our client is an experienced industry figure who has led teams at several leading international firms, building a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across various London Market lines. The team benefits from long-standing direct client relationships, as well as regular conflict referrals from key market players. The firm’s strategy is to expand with ambitious, high-calibre individuals who can contribute to its continued success, be promoted on merit and take a leading role with the growth of the practice. Initially, our client is keen to recruit a Partner or Designate Partner to build on the team’s existing success. A modest following would be helpful but, due to the numerous potential opportunities with the existing clients, an ambitious self-starter with strong technical abilities is key.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced insurance coverage lawyer who is either currently a Partner or a senior lawyer who is ambitious to target and take responsibility for the growth of key client accounts, and work toward merit-based promotions. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a well-connected lead partner who has built a strong practice based on direct client relationships and conflict referrals. This is a rare opportunity for a driven insurance lawyer to step into a leadership role within a dynamic and forward-thinking practice. The firm is open to meeting prospective candidates informally to discuss the opportunity further.

Key highlights of the role:

• Specialising in complex coverage work, including Reinsurance/Bermuda Form matters.
• Working independently from large insurance panels to maintain the flexibility of client representation.
• Access to long-standing direct client relationships and conflict referral work from major market players.
• Opportunity to develop and grow a team within a well-supported firm structure.
• Competitive financials with attractive billing rates and strong revenue potential.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a growing insurance coverage practice, working alongside an experienced team.
• Maintain and build upon existing client relationships while developing new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with litigation and marine coverage teams to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers, with a focus on structured team growth.
• Work towards clear financial and strategic targets.
• Play a key role in the firm’s future development, with a pathway for long-term career progression.

Key requirements:

• Senior Associate with at least 6 years experience, or an existing Partner with strong insurance coverage expertise.
• Proven experience in complex coverage work, with the ability to develop and take responsibility for client relationships.
• Ambitious and commercially minded, with an interest in team-building and long-term practice development.
• Open to candidates from both London Markets and broader insurance coverage backgrounds.
• Willingness to engage with potential clients and actively contribute to business growth.

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