Associate - Professional & Financial Risks PQE

Associate - Professional & Financial Risks - Bristol - 2-5 Years PQE

Location:
Bristol

Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £65,000 to £90,000

A leading national law firm is seeking an Associate with 2-5 years' post qualification experience to join its highly regarded Professional & Financial Risks (PFR) team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a top ranked professional indemnity practice acting for major insurers and large professional services firms, with exposure to high value, complex and varied work.

• Defending insurance broker negligence claims
• Acting for brokers in commercial disputes, including commission related issues
• Handling claims ranging from tens of thousands to multi million pound matters
• Advising on regulatory issues, risk management and policy coverage
• Managing pre‑litigation and litigated claims
• Liaising with clients, insurers, brokers and other stakeholders
• Supporting business development and contributing to team initiatives
• Maintaining high professional standards, client service and compliance

• 2-5 years PQE, ideally with experience in broker negligence claims
• Strong litigation experience (insurance experience desirable but not essential)
• Excellent technical, analytical and drafting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work efficiently, commercially and with strong financial awareness
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to team culture
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
• Motivation, resilience and a proactive approach to client service

• A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment
• High quality, complex and varied work
• Clear career progression pathways
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for business development and client engagement

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or other personal characteristic.

We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.