Solicitor / Claims Manager (Professional Indemnity) – £95,000 – £120,000

I have an exciting and rare opportunity with a unique insurer that specialise in professional liability claims for the insurance market. The Claims Manager role involves overseeing high-value, complex, and often litigated professional liability claims against insurance intermediaries such as brokers and MGAs. The position requires providing expert legal and technical advice, assessing liability, coordinating with policyholders and external counsel, and ensuring the efficient resolution of disputes. It also includes keeping underwriters informed, monitoring legal and industry developments, contributing to risk management initiatives, and participating in internal meetings to review major claims.

Responsibilities

The Claims Manager role involves overseeing high-value, complex, and often litigated professional liability claims against insurance intermediaries such as brokers and MGAs. The position requires providing expert legal and technical advice, assessing liability, coordinating with policyholders and external counsel, and ensuring the efficient resolution of disputes. It also includes keeping underwriters informed, monitoring legal and industry developments, contributing to risk management initiatives, and participating in internal meetings to review major claims.

Candidates should bring extensive experience handling complex professional indemnity claims within the insurance industry or private practice, ideally involving the defence of insurance intermediaries. They must be legally qualified in the UK, possess strong analytical, drafting, negotiation and communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to manage a busy caseload with precision. Competencies such as strategic thinking, service orientation, reliability, adaptability, and the ability to influence stakeholders are essential for success in the role.

The company offers a collaborative, client focused culture built on values such as teamwork, accountability, respect, and openness to innovation. The opportunity offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive, inclusive workplace. The organisation values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.