Assistant Lawyer (Large & Complex Loss)

Keoghs Northern Ireland LLP; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance law firm is seeking a talented insurance lawyer to join their Property Risks and Coverage Team. The role involves managing a caseload, supporting high-value cases, and delivering training to clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property insurance claims and excellent communication skills. This position offers a flexible working policy with a minimum of one day per week in the office, based in either Bolton or Bristol.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

WeCare online health and wellbeing

Critical Illness Cover

Pension Contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Discounted Gourmet Society Membership

Qualifications

• Strong ability to manage and prioritise workload effectively.
• Keen eye for detail in all tasks.
• Familiarity with insurance coverage disputes and liability.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle a caseload from start to finish.
• Draft applications and court proceedings.
• Engage in settlement negotiations and ADR.

Skills

Solicitor/FILEX

Previous defendant property insurance claims experience

Technical proficiency with case management systems

Excellent interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Keoghs LLP, a leading insurance law firm in the UK, is seeking a talented insurance lawyer to join our dynamic Property Risks and Coverage Team. With a flexible location policy and the opportunity for hybrid working, this is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a real impact. We do, however, require a minimum of one day per week in the office.

As part of our team, you'll collaborate on large and complex cases, tackling some of the most significant property damage and insurance coverage claims in the UK. Your role will involve handling your own caseload while supporting a lead lawyer(s) on high-value cases often exceeding £1 million. You'll also participate in delivering training seminars and workshops to various insurer clients, contributing to client development, and preparing and presenting seminars on technical legal issues. If you’re ready to take on challenging and rewarding work in a supportive and innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Independently handle a caseload from start to finish.
• When assisting a Large and Complex Lead Lawyer, tasks include:
  • Reviewing documents and preparing draft advices to clients.
  • Crafting bespoke coverage advices.
  • Supporting all aspects of the litigation process.
  • Analysing issues of coverage, liability, quantum, and strategy.
  • Conducting thorough investigations.
  • Preparing first draft instructions to counsel and experts.
  • Performing legal research and document searches.
  • Attending client meetings, strategy discussions, and conferences for note‑taking and follow‑up.
  • Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.
• For cases managed independently:
  • Handle all aspects of case management.
  • Draft applications and court proceedings.
  • Engage in settlement negotiations, roundtable discussions, and ADR.
• Note: The above is not an exhaustive list and other tasks may be delegated as required.

Working Hours

• 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.
• Primary location is Bolton or Bristol, with additional hours as needed to meet client and court obligations.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Legal Qualification: Solicitor/FILEX.
• Experience: Previous defendant property insurance claims experience.
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of disputes and claims handled by the department and our insurer clients.
• Technical Expertise: Familiarity with insurance coverage disputes, legal liability and causation including claim for breach of contract and in negligence and nuisance.

Desirable

• Customer Relations: Experience dealing with challenging customers.

Required Soft Skills

• Prioritization: Strong ability to manage and prioritise workload effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail in all tasks.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable working with case management systems.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with senior claims handlers and managing major litigation.

Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year, which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days).
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing.
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
• Pension Contribution: 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

* after successfully completing probation

About the Role

Join us and thrive in a role that balances independence and teamwork, ensuring you grow professionally while making a significant impact!