NQ+ Associate (Policy & Coverage) – Edinburgh      

Practice Area: Civil Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Commercial Litigation, Insurance
Level: - NQ 2026, NQ, Assistant, Associate, Full Time
Section: Law Firm
Location: Edinburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, Central Belt
Ref: FW9765

Our client, a leading international law firm is seeking an NQ+ Associate to join its specialist Policy & Coverage team in Edinburgh. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with a strong interest in insurance policy analysis and complex coverage matters.

The firm is a globally established leader in dispute resolution and advisory services, particularly well regarded in insurance and liability work, and offers a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment that embraces new ideas and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advising insurer clients on coverage, indemnity, and policy interpretation issues.
  • Preparing detailed, multi‑line coverage opinions.
  • Acting on declaratory relief proceedings and other coverage‑related litigation.
  • Supporting claims teams with strategic and commercially focused guidance.
  • Collaborating with senior coverage specialists and gaining exposure to UK and international work.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in insurance, commercial litigation, or general disputes, supported by excellent written skills and a strong interest in policy wording and interpretation. They will be commercially minded, pragmatic and focused on delivering a client‑centred service.

Employees benefit from exposure to high‑quality work, supportive leadership and a values‑driven culture focused on being approachable, straightforward, and ambitious.

If this position could be of interest, please contact Teddie or Cameron for a confidential initial discussion. (Assignment 18121)

teddie@frasiawright.com    https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddie-wright-7b017ab7/

cameron@frasiawright.com    https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-adrain-22a81627/

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