Senior Risk Lawyer – Professional Indemnity

  • Location
    London
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Posted
  • Start Date
    2025-11-12
  • Salary
    £75000 - £90000 per annum
  • Expiry Date
    2025-09-12

A law firm is seeking a senior professional to join its Governance & Risk team. This hybrid role involves working across all offices to support firmwide compliance, claims management and quality assurance initiatives. The position is suited to a lawyer transitioning into compliance or a seasoned compliance professional with experience in claims handling.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on complex claims under the firm’s small claims authority
  • Support the renewal of professional indemnity insurance
  • Handle client and third-party complaints
  • Contribute to firmwide risk projects and drive improvements.
  • Develop and deliver training on governance and risk topics

Required Experience

  • Legal background in litigation or property law, or compliance experience in a law firm
  • Strong understanding of the SRA Handbook and Code of Conduct
  • Experience managing complex compliance issues and claims handling
  • Familiarity with professional indemnity insurance processes

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