Senior Advocate Solicitor/Barrister - #2086213

Your new company

You will be joining a leading professional services organisation specialising in legal and claims solutions for the insurance sector. The business has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, technology-driven legal services to a broad client base including insurers, corporates and public sector bodies.

With continued investment and growth in its in-house advocacy offering, the organisation is now seeking a senior advocate to play a key role in both technical delivery and team leadership.

Your new role

This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced Solicitor Advocate or Barrister to take on complex, high-value litigation work while also shaping the direction of a growing advocacy team.
You will operate independently, without supervision, undertaking the most technically demanding advocacy, advisory and drafting work. In addition, you will play a significant role in mentoring junior lawyers, supporting team development and contributing to client strategy and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of complex advocacy matters, including: multi-track trials and high-value hearings, complex interlocutory applications and CCMCs, JSMs, sanctions, recoveries and specialist proceedings.
• Draft and settle high-value and complex pleadings
• Provide strategic legal advice to senior stakeholders and clients
• Travel to North West courts.
• Develop and maintain at least one recognised niche specialism
• Act as a key technical resource across core practice areas
• Supervise and mentor junior advocates
• Assist with, or lead, the management of sub-teams
• Deliver training and legal updates across the wider business
• Build strong relationships with key clients and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to product development and client-facing initiatives
• Support the growth and market profile of the in-house advocacy team

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Barrister (practising certificate) or Solicitor Advocate with Higher Rights of Audience
• 7+ years' PQE or call
• Proven track record as an advocate across multiple disciplines
• Strong experience in at least three of the following: insurance fraud, personal injury (EL/PL), large loss, costs or professional negligence
• Demonstrable technical excellence and ability to handle complex litigation independently
• Experience mentoring or managing junior team members
• Strong commercial awareness and client-facing capability
• Established reputation as a trusted advisor internally and externally

What you'll get in return

• Highly competitive salary and incentive scheme
• 25 days' holiday with buy/sell options
• Private medical insurance (family cover)
• Health cash plan and 24/7 GP access
• Income protection and life assurance
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work, tech and gym schemes
• Clear senior progression pathway and leadership opportunities
• A platform to build a recognised specialist practice and profile

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