Kennedys is looking for an Associate and Senior Associate to join the Property, Energy and Construction team in London, in order to assist with a caseload of primarily coverage disputes, in particular within Energy. We are particularly interested in speaking to candidates with Energy experience, and Marine/offshore experience would also be ideal. Please note this role offers hybrid working. Team The Kennedys PEC team specialises in property, energy and construction insurance claims, assisting insurers and reinsurers of major multi-national companies in relation to their global exposures. We provide coverage advice and defend high-value, international and complex claims. We have one of the most experienced teams of coverage and subrogation lawyers working in the energy insurance and reinsurance market. Throughout our integrated global network of offices we have extensive experience of advising the insurers and reinsurers of the world’s major energy sector multinationals. Our energy team is comprised of recognised market-leading individuals. We are experienced in handling the market’s largest and most complex claims in all energy sectors. We are currently advising in connection with several losses valued in excess of US$1 billion. Examples of the work the team are involved in include onshore and offshore, renewables (including wind and solar), refining and power generation, representing construction and operational insurers on international claims. Clients Insurers and reinsurers. Cases Providing coverage advice Advising on and defending high value, international and complex claims. Required experience 3-10 years’ Qualified Solicitor with insurance litigation experience* Experience of London market coverage work in Energy, ideally with some marine/offshore experience. To be proactive and take initiative Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to manage own time, excellent organisation skills Strong technical and research skills Exceptional attention to detail. About Kennedys Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in dispute resolution and advisory services. With over 2,300 people worldwide across 43 offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and America we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field. Our lawyers handle both contentious and non-contentious matters, and provide a range of specialist legal services, for many industry sectors but we have particular expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, especially in defending insurance and liability claims. We’re a fresh-thinking firm, and we’re not afraid to bring challenging new perspectives to the table way beyond the traditional realm of legal services. We empower our clients with a diverse range of ideas, tools and technology to make their lives easier, as well as delivering exceptional results, every time. What do we have to offer? We welcome high-performing lawyers, business services professionals, secretaries, graduates and apprentices to join our rapidly expanding global firm. Whatever your role at Kennedys, you’ll be involved in exciting and stimulating work, where your input will make a difference. Our culture and values form a big part of who we are and we take them seriously. We make a difference by being approachable, straightforward, supportive and distinctive. Our values are at the core of who we are and what make us a great firm to work with and for. We develop careers in an innovative and collaborative global environment, with our values at the core. We believe that supporting individual growth and development puts us in the best position to attract and retain talented individuals. Regardless of role or level, everyone has access to virtual learning to help you develop your skills, wherever you are in the world. A variety of other exciting opportunities are available including secondments to clients and our global offices as well as a comprehensive benefits package (details are available upon request). We’ve created a culture based on client service, professional excellence, hard work and trust. We deeply value the relationships we build with our clients and we know that they value our warm, friendly human approach. We are here to provide answers, recommendations, strategy and tactics. Kennedys is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. We expect all employees to be aware of and comply with all relevant policies and procedures within their jurisdiction, including those relating to Information Security, Data Protection and Quality Management, refer any breach promptly to Risk & Compliance and to complete all mandatory training when requested. *Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.