At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage professional indemnity claims and provide legal advice to clients.
- Company: Top-ranked law firm with a supportive and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Opportunity to coach junior members and develop client relationships.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in professional indemnity litigation.
- Qualifications: 1-5 years PQE in professional indemnity litigation; strong legal knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 90000 £ per year.
A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Senior Associate (5+ years PQE) to join its Professional & Financial Risks (PFR) team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a top‑ranked team handling complex professional indemnity litigation and advisory work for leading insurers and professional services firms.
The Role
- Manage a varied caseload of professional indemnity claims and related matters, including:
- Defending liability claims pre‑ and post‑litigation
- Advising on regulatory issues, risk management, and Ombudsman complaints
- Handling policy coverage issues for insurers
- Working on matters involving a wide range of professions, with claim values from tens of thousands to multi‑millions
- Delivering high‑quality, timely outputs to clients in line with service level agreements
- Contributing to the development and improvement of team processes and procedures
- Capturing and collating management information for clients
- Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship management
- Coaching and developing junior team members
Candidate Requirements
- 1-5 years PQE in professional indemnity litigation (insurance experience desirable but not essential)
- Strong knowledge of legal procedures and litigation processes
- Ability to deliver legal and commercial solutions collaboratively with clients and colleagues
- Proven track record of managing and developing client relationships
- Commitment to business development and identifying commercial opportunities
- Commercial mindset with awareness of pricing, resourcing, and profitability
- Leadership skills with experience coaching junior team members
- Strong organisational skills and efficiency
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
- Recognition for high‑quality work and client service
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact: Olivia Reed Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs. At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
Sr Associate-Professional & Financial Risks-Bristol-1-5+ PQE employer: Chadwick Nott
Chadwick Nott is an exceptional employer that prioritises both professional growth and a supportive work culture. As a Private Client Partner in Dorset, you will enjoy the autonomy to manage your own caseload while receiving mentorship opportunities to develop junior lawyers, all within a diverse and inclusive environment that values high-quality client service.
