William James Recruitment
Insurance Senior Associate Solicitor
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Insurance Senior Associate Solicitor (Professional Risks & Property Damage) - Manchester City Centre - Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
A Tier 2 Legal 500-ranked insurance litigation practice is seeking an Insurance Senior Associate Solicitor to join its Manchester office as part of its continued growth. Renowned for its expertise across insurance disputes and litigation, the firm offers a high-quality caseload, strong insurer relationships, and a collaborative working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to work on complex and varied matters whilst benefiting from a clearly defined pathway to Legal Director and ultimately Partnership for the right individual. The firm offers an attractive package including a 12% pension, up to 10% bonus, and flexible/hybrid working.
The Role:
- Handle a broad mix of Professional Risks & Negligence, Construction Disputes, and Property Damage matters on behalf of insurers, businesses, and individual clients
- Manage complex liability claims and policy coverage disputes from instruction through to resolution
- Support the continued growth and development of the team and wider insurance practice
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, insurers, and key stakeholders
- Assist with business development initiatives and contribute to the team's market profile
- Work closely with senior leadership on high-value and strategically important matters
- Support and mentor junior lawyers within the team
- Take increasing responsibility for client relationships and practice development as part of a structured progression pathway
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The Candidate:
- Demonstrates strong technical expertise in defending liability claims and advising on policy coverage issues
- Has experience gained within a recognised insurance litigation practice
- Delivers commercially focused, high-quality legal advice, underpinned by strong attention to detail and effective case management
- Builds strong and lasting relationships with clients and colleagues
- Actively contributes to business development and is keen to support the growth of the practice
- Possesses the ambition and capability to progress into Legal Director and Partnership in the future
- An effective communicator with excellent written skills, strong client care, and the ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team
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The Benefits & How to Apply:
- A highly competitive salary with a bonus of up to 10% 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
- Clear progression pathway to Legal Director and Partnership
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.
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