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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in advising insurers and reinsurers on complex coverage issues, particularly in Warranty & Indemnity and Transactional Liability products. Proven ability to manage multi-jurisdictional mandates and deliver high-quality legal services while fostering client relationships and business development.
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Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales5–8 Years' PQE in Insurance/ReinsuranceExpertise in Warranty & Indemnity PoliciesStrong Communication and Client Relations SkillsExperience in Financial Lines and Directors & Officers Coverage
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Hard Skills
Insurance Coverage AnalysisReinsurance Dispute ResolutionTransactional Liability AdvisoryDrafting Policy WordingsCase Strategy Development
Soft Skills
Client Relationship ManagementTeam CollaborationSolution-Focused CommunicationCommercial AwarenessKnowledge Sharing
Tools & Technologies
PowerPointLegal Research Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales
Industry Keywords
InsuranceReinsuranceFinancial LinesDirectors & OfficersM&A Disputes
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Advise insurers and reinsurers on insurance and reinsurance coverage and disputes
- Represent insurer and reinsurer clients in litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
- Advise primarily buyer-side Warranty & Indemnity policies and other Transactional Liability products, including Tax Indemnity and Contingent Risk
- Advise on complex coverage issues involving Financial Lines claims, Directors & Officers, Financial Institutions Professional Indemnity/Civil Liability and Crime
- Lead the instruction of financial and forensic experts on accounting, loss and valuation issues
- Manage multi-jurisdictional and cross-border mandates
- Coordinate with international legal teams and DLA Piper colleagues across the US, Europe and APAC
- Deliver high-quality legal services and written work, including reports, client memos, PowerPoint presentations and focused email content
- Build relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
- Contribute to team knowledge-sharing and collective success
- Develop repeat business, client relationships and internal and external networks
- Support and lead insurance-sector business development initiatives
- Monitor global reinsurance market dynamics and emerging trends
Requirements
What you’ll need- Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales
- Indicative 5–8 years' PQE as a guide; no upper or lower PQE limits are set
- Strong insurance/reinsurance coverage and disputes experience gained in a leading regional or City firm and/or strong wider M&A/SPA disputes experience
- Detailed knowledge and substantial experience advising and representing (re)insurer clients on Warranty & Indemnity and/or wider Transactional Liability coverage issues
- Experience of wider lines of business, particularly Financial Lines and Directors & Officers, and/or drafting policy wordings and endorsements would be beneficial
- High level of technical, commercial and sector expertise
- Strong understanding of re/insurance market dynamics and emerging issues
- Evidence of client development activities that increased client engagement, new relationships or new work
- Strong communication skills and experience providing solution-focused, commercial, clear and succinct client advice
- Experience regularly leading case strategy development and drafting complex documents with minimal supervision
- Experience delegating and supporting others' professional development
- Deep understanding of technical issues important to clients
- Commercial astuteness and awareness of key legal and business news
- Excellent communication, client relations and team-working skills
- Ability to provide timely, professional, high-quality service and comply with regulatory and professional obligations
- Ability to deliver proactive client support and a positive client experience
- Ability to work cooperatively, share information and knowledge, and identify business development opportunities
Benefits
Comp & perks- Excellent training, learning and development programmes
- Opportunity to experience a wide range of work and clients
- Friendly, supportive environment