Job Description

Associate / Senior Associate - Insurance Disputes - Birmingham Permanent | Full time BCL Legal has been instructed on a fantastic opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to join a leading national law firm in Birmingham. This position sits within a highly regarded insurance disputes team and offers the chance to work on complex and high-quality matters within a supportive and collegiate environment. The Role The successful candidate will advise on a wide range of insurance coverage and claims defence matters. Work will involve: - Advising insurers on policy coverage and interpretation issues. - Handling professional indemnity claims for a broad spectrum of professionals, including solicitors, barristers, construction consultants, financial services professionals, and insurance brokers. - Managing disputes through litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. - Providing strategic advice on claims and risk management. - This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with a number of well-regarded partners in the Birmingham market, whilst also contributing to national and cross-office projects. The Team The Birmingham team is recognised as a market leader in professional indemnity work and consistently ranked highly in the legal directories. It has a strong reputation for defending complex and high-value claims across a wide range of professions, alongside advising insurers on coverage investigations. Candidate Requirements Applications are sought from candidates with: - Strong academics and excellent written communication skills. - Solid experience of insurance disputes, ideally professional indemnity, gained at a recognised firm. - Strong knowledge of pre-action protocols, litigation, and dispute resolution processes. - A proactive, team-focused approach with leadership or supervisory experience. - Commercial awareness and the ability to develop and strengthen client relationships. - Strong organisational skills and an ability to manage a busy caseload effectively. On Offer - A competitive salary and benefits package. - High-quality, complex work for a leading client base. - Genuine career progression opportunities within a supportive environment. - The chance to be part of one of the leading insurance disputes teams outside of London. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.

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