At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a top-tier team handling complex insurance disputes for leading professionals.
- Company: Legal 500: Tier 1 firm with a collaborative and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and supportive environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for mentorship and career growth in a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in high-stakes cases while developing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 3+ years PQE in professional indemnity or commercial litigation.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate / Senior Associate to join our Legal 500: Tier 1 defendant professional indemnity team in Leeds or Manchester.
The role focuses on professional indemnity work, acting for lawyers, construction specialists, accountants, and insurance brokers. You'll collaborate closely with Partners Neil Howes and Liam Burnett as part of our national Insurance Disputes team, headed by Niall Innes, and supported by a dedicated professional support lawyer.
We're looking for someone with a strong background in professional indemnity and/or commercial litigation, gained in private practice at a large regional or City firm, or in-house with a major insurer or MGA. Experience of the professional indemnity insurance market is desirable but not essential. We will welcome applications from candidates based out of Manchester or Leeds. Where the candidate is based from Manchester, there will be a requirement to attend the Leeds office at least one day per week.
The person will have proven experience managing complex, high-value professional indemnity claims, and strong client relationship skills. You'll bring exceptional communication and commercial awareness, alongside lateral thinking and problem‑solving ability. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to influence and collaborate within a team, and enthusiasm for mentoring and supervising others. Strong time and matter management, adaptability, and a proactive, self‑starting approach are essential. We welcome applications from individuals 3+ PQE.
The Benefits include a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment and welcome flexible working arrangements. If you feel you need any workplace adjustments, we will do our best to support you.
Associate / Senior Associate - Insurance Disputes (0399) in Manchester employer: Mills & Reeve
Join our esteemed Legal 500: Tier 1 defendant professional indemnity team in Leeds or Manchester, where we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that our employees thrive both personally and professionally while working on high-quality, complex matters for leading insurers and professionals nationwide.
