We are seeking a confident, commercially focused and strategic Head of Professional Indemnity & Financial Lines – Legal Services, to join a leading commercial company during a period of continued growth and expansion. This is a high-profile opportunity to establish, lead and scale a specialist practice area, taking full ownership of its strategy, client proposition and commercial performance, within the security of a large established commercial business.
Operating at Executive Leadership Team (ELT) level, you will act as a senior representative of the Firm, working both autonomously and collaboratively across the wider Group. You will play a central role in shaping the future direction of the Professional Indemnity & Financial Lines offering, delivering a market-leading service underpinned by innovation, quality and strong client relationships.
The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership capability, a growth mindset and a passion for building high-performing teams. You will be instrumental in driving business development, enhancing market presence and ensuring that the practice aligns with the Company’s core values.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of the Professional Indemnity & Financial Lines practice as a strategic growth area
- Sit on the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to Firm-wide decision making and strategy
- Undertake high-value fee earning work, ensuring profitability and excellence in client service
- Provide specialist legal advice across Professional Indemnity & Financial Lines matters
- Build, lead and inspire a high-performing team within the practice
- Drive business development initiatives to establish the Firm as a leading legal advisor in this sector
- Actively promote the Firm and Group’s services and reputation in the marketplace
- Manage financial aspects of client files, ensuring efficiency and profitability
- Identify opportunities for collaboration across departments and within the wider Group
Requirements
- Extensive experience as a senior legal professional in Professional Indemnity, Financial Lines, or closely related practice areas
- Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams
- Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to manage profitability and growth
- Excellent business development and client relationship skills
- High level of technical expertise and credibility within the market
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations
- Demonstrable ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on with complex client work
Benefits
- Competitive salary (negotiable)
- Enhanced contributory pension scheme
- Performance-related bonus
- Flexible benefits package
- Enhanced family leave
- Electric car scheme
- Share purchase scheme with interest-free loans
- Flexible working with home and office-based options
Working Hours
Standard working week of 35 hours, Monday to Friday, with flexibility to work from home or the office as required.
Recruitment Note
Due to the anticipated high level of interest, we may be unable to respond to every application individually. If you have not heard from us by the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are reviewed carefully and may be retained for future opportunities should suitable roles arise.