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Professional Negligence Defence Solicitor 5PQE

Michael Page Legal
Posted 10 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The position is for a Professional Negligence (Defence) Solicitor in a leading legal department of the insurance industry.
  • Candidates should have a law degree, a Professional Negligence Solicitor qualification, and experience in defending professional negligence claims.
  • The role involves managing a portfolio of cases, providing legal advice, conducting research, and preparing legal documents.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the company offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.
  • Applicants should have strong negotiation skills, a client-focused approach, and knowledge of insurance law.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Professional Negligence (Defence) Solicitor to join a thriving legal department in the insurance industry. The ideal candidate will manage a wide range of professional negligence defence cases.

Client Details

Our client is a reputable player in the insurance industry. They are now the UK's largest specialist Professional Indemnity MGA, specialising in D&C, Architects, Engineers, IFAs, Mortgage Brokers, Finance Brokers, Insurance Brokers, Secondary Intermediaries and unique Miscellaneous Professionals.

Description

  • Manage a portfolio of professional negligence defence cases
  • Writer PAP letters of response in-house on small to medium sizes matters.
  • Provide legal advice and representation to insured professionals
  • Conduct legal research to support cases
  • Prepare legal documents such as pleadings and briefs
  • Participate in negotiations and mediations
  • Cooperate with members of the legal department to achieve common goals
  • Stay up-to-date with developments in insurance law
  • Maintain client relationships and develop new ones

Profile

A successful Professional Negligence Defence Solicitor should have:

  • A law degree and a Professional Negligence Solicitor qualification
  • Experience in defending professional negligence claims
  • Excellent negotiation and dispute resolution skills
  • Strong legal research skills
  • A client-focused approach
  • Knowledge of insurance law
  • A team-oriented mindset

Job Offer

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A supportive work environment
  • A diverse and inclusive company culture

If you are a Professional Negligence Defence Solicitor looking for your next exciting opportunity in the insurance industry, apply today. Don't miss out on a chance to join a company that values its employees and provides a stimulating work environment.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.