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About the Role

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm committed to helping clients achieve their goals through exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence. This role is within the Insurance and Professional Risks team in the Disputes division in London, handling high-profile and complex work for policyholders, insurers, and brokers across various sectors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent client service and manage legal work.
• Contribute effectively to the firm's work by meeting and exceeding target hours.
• Build commercial and legal expertise and strengthen client relationships.
• Manage and delegate work to junior colleagues.
• Handle contentious insurance work, including coverage disputes.
• Assist clients with contentious regulatory matters and policy reviews.
• Manage significant professional negligence claims.
• Manage work for optimal utilization and assist senior lawyers.
• Delegate and provide feedback to juniors.
• Communicate progress on tasks and consult on technical client issues.
• Manage the billing process.
• Manage and develop client relationships by anticipating needs and providing prompt updates.
• Establish effective relationships across the global network.
• Uphold the firm's values and contribute to firm initiatives.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues.
• Raise the firm's profile through external involvement and event support.
• Assist with internal training and precedent preparation.
• Comply with risk requirements, firm policies, and professional responsibilities.
• Contribute to billing, engagement, and client acceptance processes.

Requirements

• Qualified/admitted legal practitioner in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 2-4 PQE (candidates with more or less experience may be considered).
• Solid knowledge of chosen area of law and industry sector(s).
• Strong legal skills, including drafting, negotiation, and project management.
• Foundation level people management and business development skills.
• Good understanding of law firm profitability and key drivers for financial efficiency.
• Ability to help manage costs and budgets.

Skills

• Drafting
• Negotiation
• Project management
• People management
• Business development
• Cost and budget management

Location

• London

Work Type

• Full time
• Permanent Contract

Experience Level

• 2-4 PQE

Education Level

• Qualified/admitted legal practitioner

About the Company

• Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm with an extensive footprint across the world's largest markets.
• The firm specializes in complex litigation, regulatory work, and transactions, with recognized leadership in energy, infrastructure, and resources.
• The firm is committed to supporting the growth of its people.

Equal Opportunity

• We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives.
• This commitment is essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance.
• This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.