Solicitor - Professional & Commercial Risk (Education Claims)Job IntroductionSolicitor (1+ years PQE), Professional & Commercial Risk (Education Claims) - Bristol Are you looking for a role where you will be intellectually challenged, but treated with respect? Or an environment where you can enjoy industry-leading work quality without compromising on client contact and business development? An opportunity in our Professional and Commercial Risk team may be for you.
At DAC Beachcroft we are committed to and recognise the importance of equity, diversity and inclusion across the board. We take decisions based solely on merit. We value, welcome and seek out people with different backgrounds and life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, ways of thinking and identities. Our inclusive culture encourages colleagues to be themselves at work, supporting people to perform at their best and to reach their potential. Should you require any support to perform at your best throughout the recruitment process, please contact us so that we can discuss how we can most appropriately assist. We are happy to talk flexible working and have in place a Flex-forward working scheme. We would encourage you to talk to us about our approach to flexible working during the hiring process if you would like to explore this further. Role ResponsibilityYou will play an active role in the continued growth and success of the professional indemnity team in collaboration with our wider practice in the South, as well as nationally.
The team is ranked in Tier 1 in both the Legal 500 and Chambers directories, with a number of leading individuals named. It is the longest established professional negligence team in Bristol, acting for most of the leading insurers.
Within the team, the dedicated service line specialising in education claims is particularly active and growing. This team acts for a number of the leading insurers and education establishments defending claims against schools, colleges and universities. This often involves working with specialists from other teams in fields such as employment, charities and public law.
Specific responsibilities include but are not restricted to:
Handling a stimulating and often complex caseload dealing with court and tribunal claims, including claims under the Equality Act, Judicial Reviews, and contractual disputes.The opportunity to interact on a regular basis with leading insurer and education clients in this area.Working collaboratively with other specialists across the firm.Acting as a point of contact for clients where necessary, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience.Maintaining an awareness of the firm's strategies and plans.Maintaining and developing technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publications and exceeding Law Society CPD requirements.Ensuring full compliance with DAC Beachcroft protocols on billing and credit control and demonstrating a high level of financial management when supporting others in managing files and in relation to own files, where appropriate.There would also be scope to undertake work within the wider P&CRS team in Bristol and a degree of flexibility can be provided for the right candidate.
The Ideal CandidateA qualified solicitor, ideally with at least 1 year of experience dealing with education claims (up to and including Senior Associates) gained in a specialist insurance firm or firm with an education practice.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 advice/reports on complex legal issues.Able to demonstrate a reasonable 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 they 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.About the CompanyWe're a leading international legal business with over 3,000 colleagues and a diverse range of capabilities. We represent a wide range of clients – from household names to government departments and NHS bodies.
We are a fast-growing international business with offices around the globe. In addition to our 11 UK offices, we also have offices in Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Milan, Rome, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru and Miami.
Working with us Our vision is to be leading business advisers, recognised for our insight and our outstanding commitment to clients, and for being the place where talented people want to work. Combine this with our supportive culture and hybrid working model, and you have: a Life that Works.
Our flexible approach means that we help our colleagues to be their best at work, while recognising that they have all sorts of different interests and commitments outside work.
We pride ourselves on our supportive, approachable culture. We are trusted, appreciated as individuals and embraced as part of a team. At DACB, we don't just accept your differences, we celebrate and advocate for them.
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