At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle complex insurance disputes and work on high-profile cases.
- Company: Leading London law firm with a strong reputation in policyholder disputes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and a supportive work-life balance.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities to build your personal brand.
- Why this job: Gain exposure to significant litigation and develop expertise in a growing field.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are working with a leading London law firm to recruit a talented Senior Associate (5+PQE) to join its highly regarded Policyholder Disputes team. This is a standout opportunity for a junior lawyer to work on complex, high-value insurance disputes acting exclusively for policyholders. The team is widely recognised for its expertise in handling major, often international claims across a broad range of sectors, including financial lines, cyber, property damage, construction, energy, and political risk.
You will be involved in a diverse and intellectually challenging caseload from day one, working closely with market-leading partners and gaining exposure to significant litigation and arbitration matters. The role offers genuine responsibility, leading client contact, and the chance to develop deep technical expertise in a specialist and growing area.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be qualified in England & Wales with at least 5 years' PQE
- Have experience in insurance disputes (policyholder-side experience beneficial but not essential)
- Demonstrate strong analytical ability, excellent drafting skills, and commercial awareness
- Be motivated to work in a high-performing, collaborative environment
What's on offer?
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Exposure to an incredible caseload of the highest profile disputes
- Genuine culture of collaboration and healthy work-life balance
- Support and encouragement to build your own name and brand within the insurance industry
If you are looking to build your career in a specialist disputes practice with a premium reputation, this role offers an excellent platform.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please reach out to ben@cursitor.co.uk, or apply directly.
