Associate

Associate  
Manchester 

 Hybrid

 Contract Type – Permanent  

About HF  
 
People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law. 

About the team 
 

Our Legal Expenses Insurance (LEI) Team is growing quickly and supports a wide range of insurer clients, policyholders, and commercial organisations. The team handles an interesting and varied caseload spanning contractual disputes, consumer issues, property matters, construction-related claims (including adjudication and arbitration), and employment disputes. Known for its collaborative approach, technical expertise, and client service, the LEI team offers a supportive environment focused on development, quality, and commercial awareness. 

What you’ll be doing  

• Managing a varied caseload of both litigated and pre‑litigation matters appropriate to your PQE
• Assisting with a wide range of insurance-funded disputes and advisory work
• Drafting clear and concise pleadings, correspondence, and legal advice
• Undertaking policy coverage assessments and supporting senior lawyers with complex cases
• Maintaining strong relationships with insurer clients, brokers, and policyholder
• Providing commercially sound legal advice under supervision
• Managing client updates, responding promptly to queries, and ensuring excellent client service
•  Supporting senior colleagues on research tasks, projects, and high‑value matters
•  Assisting with the preparation of legal updates, client training, and team marketing initiatives
•  Contributing ideas for improving client service and enhancing the LEI offering
• Meeting financial and performance targets appropriate to your experience
•  Ensuring compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules, practice management standards, and data protection requirements 

What do I need? 

• A qualified Solicitor (0–4 years’ PQE)
• Experience in insurance and/or property damage litigation
• Strong academic background
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Confident working independently and collaboratively
•  Willingness to learn, develop, and build technical expertise
• Critical thinker with the ability to challenge and analyse information
• Professional, client‑focused approach 

What’s in it for you? 
 
Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success. 

You’ll enjoy: 
 

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme 

• Life Insurance & Income Protection 

• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan 

• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services 

• Pension Scheme 

• Electric Car Scheme  

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave 

• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options 

• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub 

• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more! 

What next? 

 
If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you! 

Submit your CV here and we’ll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don’t have something right now, we’ll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of our talent pipeline.