Our client, a Top 20 Law Firm, is seeking a Claims & Investigations Lawyer to join the firm’s General Counsel team on a permanent basis.
The Opportunity
The opportunity is with a highly regarded international law firm with a strong presence across the UK and internationally, recognised for its collaborative culture and high-quality work.
The firm is looking to appoint a Claims & Investigations Lawyer to support the General Counsel function, advising Partners and internal stakeholders on a broad range of contentious and risk-related matters. The role will play a key part in managing claims, complaints and investigations, whilst also supporting wider strategic projects including the firm’s Professional Indemnity renewals process.
This is a hybrid position with 3 days per week in the office.
Responsibilities
The successful Claims & Investigations Lawyer will take ownership of a broad range of matters and responsibilities, including:
- Advising Partners and internal stakeholders on claims, complaints and investigations
- Managing and coordinating responses to professional negligence and regulatory matters
- Liaising with the firm’s insurers, brokers and external defence counsel
- Supporting on wider risk and insurance projects, including PI renewals
- Assisting with the reporting and analysis of claims and complaints-related costs
- Supporting the General Counsel team on strategic risk and governance matters
- Helping to identify trends, risks and process improvements across the firm
Benefits
- Hybrid working (3 days on-site)
- High-profile in-house role within a leading law firm
- Exposure to senior stakeholders across the business
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Requirements
- Proven experience handling claims, complaints, investigations or professional indemnity matters
- Experience gained within private practice, in-house, or a professional services environment
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to manage sensitive and complex matters effectively
To be considered for this Claims & Investigations Lawyer opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
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