At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a team while handling complex legal cases in insurance.
- Company: Join a top-tier legal firm in Manchester with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, flexible working, and generous leave.
- Other info: Vibrant office culture with a focus on professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with experience in insurance and litigation.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 72000 £ per year.
A tier-2 legal 500 law firm within a reputable Insurance Group recognised for its strength in insurance and litigation, is seeking a Senior Solicitor / Lawyer to join its Manchester office as part of its continued growth. As the ABS arm of Insurance Practice, the firm offers a unique and stable platform, combining high-quality work with an established pipeline of instructions that do not require a following, instead focusing on managing and developing existing matters. This role will involve handling complex work alongside mentoring and supervising junior team members within a collaborative environment. The firm offers a differentiated proposition including a 12% pension, up to 20% bonus and flexible/hybrid working, making it particularly well suited to those seeking high-quality work, reduced business development pressure and a more sustainable long-term career path.
The Role:
- Support the growth and development of the Professional Risks team, helping to strengthen its position within the wider business.
- Build and enhance internal referral channels and external relationships with clients and business partners to drive sustainable growth.
- Take an active role in originating and converting new business opportunities.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the team, offering input at a senior level on growth and positioning.
- Advise clients on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious matters, acting for both businesses and individuals across insured and uninsured work.
- Lead, supervise and mentor junior lawyers, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Maintain responsibility for financial performance, including personal caseload management, billing and delivery against key KPIs.
- Play a key role in the development of team profile and service delivery, including input into client materials, thought leadership and wider market engagement.
The Candidate:
- Demonstrates deep technical expertise in defending liability claims (including within a construction context) and advising on complex policy coverage issues.
- Delivers commercially focused, high-quality legal advice, underpinned by strong attention to detail and effective case management.
- Brings proven experience in client relationship management and practice development, with the ability to build and maintain strong internal and external networks.
- Actively contributes to business development and growth, with a track record of generating and supporting new business opportunities.
- An effective team leader and communicator, with excellent written skills, strong client care, and the ability to supervise and support junior team members.
- A qualified Solicitor, operating at a senior level within Insurance and/or Litigation.
The Benefits:
- A highly competitive salary with a bonus of up to 20% of salary - which is genuinely achievable.
- 12% employer contributed pension scheme.
- Vibrant Manchester City Centre offices.
- 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
- Increasing holiday entitlement with qualifying criteria.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Business share plan scheme.
- Hybrid working.
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Rhys Spencer, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
Mobile: 07506 994 088
Email: rhys.spencer@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment: William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
Insurance Partner / Senior Solicitor in Manchester employer: William James Recruitment
As a tier-2 legal 500 law firm located in the vibrant Manchester City Centre, we pride ourselves on offering a collaborative and supportive work environment that fosters professional growth. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our competitive salary, generous bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits package, including a 12% pension contribution and flexible working options. Join us to engage in high-quality legal work while mentoring junior team members and contributing to the strategic direction of our Professional Risks team.
