Senior Associate - Defamation, Privacy and Data Protection in London

The DWF London Market/Global Risks team are currently hiring for an ambitious Senior Associate Solicitor (5+ years PQE) with excellent technical and interpersonal skills to work in a growing and dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be based in our London office on a hybrid basis, but we can also consider candidates that are based at any DWF location, as attendance to a DWF office will be required.

This role represents an exceptional opportunity to join a young and exciting team during a time of growth and get exposure to a wide range of complex insurance claims, both international and domestic. The work is diverse, involving claims across a range of insurance/reinsurance policy types, including Specialty, Financial Lines, Warranty & Indemnity, Cyber, BI/property and Environment, and under primary layer, excess layer and reinsurance programmes – with a particular focus on Cyber and Cyber Security clients/cases.

The work includes advising on all stages of the claims cycle from advising on policy coverage to litigating or arbitrating disputes and pursuing subrogated recoveries. Our work spans numerous jurisdictions, and our team is an important part of our global network. Our client list is prestigious and growing. Clients include London Market and major household name insurers. We also advise prestigious corporate clients, either through insurance work or directly.

Essential

• Qualified Senior Associate Solicitor, or similar legal qualification, with experience in one or more of the following areas: Specialty, Financial Lines, Environment, Warranty & Indemnity, Cyber, BI/property.
• Previous experience in Cyber/Cyber Security would be beneficial for this role, as a large aspect of the client's and case work would sit in this specialism.
• We are looking for an ambitious lawyer with excellent technical and interpersonal skills to work in a growing and dynamic team.
• Experience in advising on all stages of the claims cycle from advising on policy coverage to litigating or arbitrating disputes and pursuing subrogated recoveries.

Desirable

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The desire to deliver a top client service across a range of sectors.
• The desire to develop lasting relationships with clients and be a long-term member of an established and forward‐thinking team.
• A positive, friendly, supportive and collegiate approach to working with others.

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

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