Associate/Legal Director - Sports Liability

We are delighted to be able to invite applications from Associates or Legal Directors wanting to join our national Sports Liability Team. Our team is led by David Spencer and Richard Rowe, sitting within the wider Complex Injury team. Our clients are a mix of leading names in the insurance industry as well as National Governing Bodies, Sporting Associations, Clubs and commercial organisations.

Our team provides effective claims solutions for sports related claims, including injuries of the utmost severity and complexity, working closely with our insurer and insured clients and their brokers. Whether the instruction is for pre-emptive advice, notification and investigation of incidents, claims handling or appointment for litigation our aim is to provide a clear strategy from the outset to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

Requirements

of the firm and the quality standards to include: Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols Achievement of agreed financial targets Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements Prompt and accurate provision of MI Applying appropriate and current technical expertise and case law Effectively managing risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly to your supervisor in the first instance Engaging with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients, at all times acting as an ambassador of the firm Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Client Relationship Partner where required Maintaining and developing technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions and reading appropriate publications An Associate or Legal Director with previous experience of working or assisting on either Personal Injury, EL/PL or Catastrophic and Complex Injury claims, or a keen interest in this area of law A high level of personal compliance with firm protocols and procedures Good legal knowledge relevant to their area of expertise An ability to adopt a commercial perspective to legal issues. Confident negotiation skills The ability to be team oriented and collegiate with a willingness to share knowledge with and support other members of the team Excellent relationship and client handling skills.

Benefits

) Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding In person and remote social events Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive).

About This Role

and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!