Interested in a career in legal expenses insurance?
We offer a professional, relaxed and friendly environment where career progression is actively encouraged through financial support for professional development, ongoing training and the opportunity to move internally to develop your knowledge and experience.
We recognise and reward success with a range of benefits on top of a great salary including a 7.5% matched contribution pension scheme, subsidised parking and regular staff social activities.
If you are a talented legal expenses professional thinking about a career change, please contact us at , regardless of whether there is a current vacancy listed.
We currently have the following vacancies:
Guildford Head Office Vacancies
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Underwriting team as an Insurance Underwriter. The right candidate will mainly be focused on assessing the merits of cases with a view to offering ATE insurance, developing new business and maintaining relationships with our existing professional clients.
It is essential that you have gained experience within a legal environment working on cases; this could have been earnt whilst working in a law firm; or underwriting After the Event (ATE) or Legal Expenses Insurance (LEI) matters.
The role would suit candidates that excel in:
- Applying their legal knowledge and practical experience of litigation to assess the merits of a wide range of cases.
- Maintaining good relationships with the firms we work with across the UK and developing new business.
- Liaising with our solicitor clients to manage cases we have already insured and delegated authority schemes.
- Developing your skills as an underwriter through managing risk in accordance with our guidelines and procedures.
The minimum experience required:
- Minimum 5 years PQE (If Lawyer/Solicitor Background) or;
- Minimum 5 years ATE/LEI Underwriting Experience
The Person:
To succeed with us you will be highly motivated and professional with sound ethical standards and behaviour. Customer service should be second nature to you. Initiative and responsibility are strongly encouraged; a proactive attitude is essential.
The Benefits:
- Competitive Salary including Private Medical Insurance* and Pension*
- Flexible working – Monday and Friday work from Home with Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in the office.
- Great working location – great for commuting.
- Friendly Office environment
- Financial support towards professional qualifications*
- Annual Salary Reviews
*after successful completion of probationary period.
Please email your CV with covering letter to or contact us on 01483 577877.
Dublin Office Vacancies
Temple Legal Protection Ireland is seeking a motivated professional to join our Dublin based underwriting team. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career in litigation costs insurance, working closely with our Solicitor and Underwriting Director for Ireland/EU.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate Civil, Commercial, Personal Injury, and Medical Negligence cases for litigation costs insurance.
- Collaborate with solicitor clients to manage insured cases effectively.
- Develop underwriting skills, managing risk in line with company guidelines.
- Foster strong relationships with solicitor firms across Ireland, driving new business opportunities.
- Represent the company at legal conferences, promoting our legal costs insurance products.
Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 1 year PQE (if from a Solicitor/Barrister background) or 2 years of underwriting experience in a common law jurisdiction.
- Strong organisational and case management skills, with the ability to prioritise.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, with attention to detail.
- Experience in business development and public speaking is a plus.
Training & Benefits:
To succeed with us, you will be highly motivated and professional with sound ethical standards and behaviour. Customer service should be second nature to you. Initiative and responsibility are strongly encouraged; a proactive attitude is essential.
- Initial training with our UK team and ongoing on-the-job support.
- Opportunities to pursue further insurance qualifications or legal studies.
- Competitive salary, with benefits such as Private Medical Insurance, Pension, and more (after the probation period).
- Financial support for professional qualifications and annual salary reviews.
About Us:
Temple Legal Protection Ireland is a subsidiary of a leading UK firm specialising in After the Event (ATE) legal expenses insurance. Our mission is to be a cornerstone of the Irish litigation landscape, enabling our solicitor clients to provide high-quality access to justice without the financial risk of adverse legal costs.
