Solicitor

AmTrust is a global insurance provider offering risk-management solutions and business underwriting tailored to the unique needs of each client. AmTrust International underwrites over $2.5bn of gross written premiums and employs more than 1500 people in 14 countries.

We are now looking for a Solicitor to join our team, based within reach of our London office.

Focusing on Structural Defect warranty, property & Builders guarantee claims this role will be to secure recoveries arising from claims on policies underwritten by AmTrust entities. The responsibility extends from first advice, through to liaison with the Reinsurance Department and reinsurers, as necessary.

Other essential job functions include:

• Assess what is capable of being negotiated, what will be litigated and what is not recoverable
• Effect collection on assigned cases including letters of claims & negotiating settlements
• Litigate cases with assistance for external counsel as necessary
• Manage external experts to ensure effectiveness and minimise cost

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong background within the insurance function and in particular knowledge of property, structural defect warranty & builders guarantee claims.

The right candidate will need to posses strong analytical skills within a legal environment, ability to reconcile and process large volumes of data quickly and someone who thrives working to challenging targets and on their own initiative.

For more information and to show your interest, submit your CV and we will be in touch.