Principal Associate - Insurance Disputes

Principal Associate – Insurance Disputes (0500)

We have an excellent opportunity for a senior insurance disputes lawyer to join our London Insurance Disputes team as a Principal Associate.

The role

You will advise on a broad range of insurance coverage and liability defence matters, working with multiple partners on complex, often international disputes. You will have a high degree of responsibility for managing matters day‑to‑day, supervising junior lawyers and contributing actively to client development.

You will bring a strong understanding of the London insurance market, including Lloyd\’s and subscription risks, and be confident advising on policy interpretation, coverage disputes, liability defence (including professional indemnity), subrogation and dispute resolution strategy.

This is a genuinely senior Principal Associate role, offering scope to take ownership of work, build profile with key clients and play a meaningful role in practice growth.

The person

The role is suited to an experienced insurance lawyer who enjoys taking ownership of workstreams, working closely with partners on complex and high‑value matters, and building strong relationships with London Market clients.

You will have 8+ years\’ PQE (or equivalent experience), ideally gained at a leading insurance law firm.

The activities

Our London Insurance Disputes team continues to grow strongly and handles a wide and varied caseload. The role will involve working with partners across areas including:

• D&O and financial lines
• Cyber and technology risks
• Credit and political risk, political violence
• Property damage
• Professional indemnity (including solicitors, accountants, brokers and construction professionals)
• Specialty lines, including specie, personal accident, and accident & health

Our clients include many of the market\’s leading insurers, reinsurers, Lloyd\’s syndicates and MGAs.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits.

Applicants will undergo comprehensive pre‑employment screening, including a basic DBS, verification of right to work, a three‑year employment history and self‑declaration. Full details are available upon request.

Application Deadline

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible.