Senior Associate

Senior Associate (5+PQE) – Policyholder Disputes | London

We are working with a leading London law firm to recruit a talented Senior Associate (5+PQE) to join its highly regarded Policyholder Disputes team.

This is a standout opportunity for a junior lawyer to work on complex, high-value insurance disputes acting exclusively for policyholders. The team is widely recognised for its expertise in handling major, often international claims across a broad range of sectors, including financial lines, cyber, property damage, construction, energy, and political risk.

You will be involved in a diverse and intellectually challenging caseload from day one, working closely with market-leading partners and gaining exposure to significant litigation and arbitration matters. The role offers genuine responsibility, leading client contact, and the chance to develop deep technical expertise in a specialist and growing area.

The ideal candidate will:

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• Be qualified in England & Wales with at least 5 years’ PQE
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• Have experience in insurance disputes (policyholder-side experience beneficial but not essential)
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• Demonstrate strong analytical ability, excellent drafting skills, and commercial awareness
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• Be motivated to work in a high-performing, collaborative environment
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What’s on offer?

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• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
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• Exposure to an incredible caseload of the highest profile disputes
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• Genuine culture of collaboration and healthy work-life balance
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• Support and encouragement to build your own name and brand within the insurance industry
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If you are looking to build your career in a specialist disputes practice with a premium reputation, this role offers an excellent platform.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please reach out to [email protected], or apply directly.