Associate/Senior Associate - D&O/FI Insurance at DAC Beachcroft

The role

DAC Beachcroft is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate with 4+ years of PQE to join its leading Insurance practice group in London. The role focuses on advising global insurers on complex D&O and FI policy coverage issues.

What you'll do

Handle a stimulating and complex D&O / FI caseload with an emphasis on advising on insurance coverage
Interact on a regular basis with leading insurer clients in this area
Work collaboratively with other specialists across the firm both nationally and internationally
Act as a point of contact for clients where necessary, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience
Maintain an awareness of the firm's strategies and plans
Maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publications and being aware of market developments
Ensure full compliance with DAC Beachcroft protocols on billing and credit control and demonstrate a high level of financial management when supporting others in managing files and in relation to own files, where appropriate

What we're looking for

A qualified solicitor with at least 4 years PQE experience gained in a specialist insurance firm or in house at a financial lines insurer

Good experience in advising on complex D&O and FI policy issues

Excellent relationship and client handling skills

Able to deal confidently and professionally with clients on day to day issues

The ability to deliver clear, well written legal advice/reports on complex legal/coverage issues

Able to demonstrate a high level of self-sufficiency, combined with an awareness of the boundaries of own competence/authority

An ability to adopt a client focused and commercial perspective rather than an ‘academic’ approach to legal issues, coupled with a keen grasp of legal issues, as these arise

Change oriented with a positive, flexible approach towards the implementation of new initiatives

Team oriented and collegiate with a willingness to share knowledge with and support other members of the team

Willingness to work hard as part of a highly ambitious and driven team to help it continue to develop and to achieve its objectives

Experience on secondment with a leading financial lines insurer would be beneficial· nice to have

Associate/Senior Associate - D&O/FI Insurance

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