Associate - Professional Indemnity Construction

• Defending claims brought against construction professionals such as architects, engineers, design & build contractors, project managers, quantity surveyors and specialist consultants
• Acting for major insurers, Lloyd's syndicates and global brokers
• Advising on policy coverage, notifications and strategic claims management
• Managing disputes involving alleged professional negligence, errors in design, cost overruns, defective work, delay, oversight and project management failures
• Supporting insurers and insureds on risk mitigation and pre‑action strategy
• Handling formal dispute resolution processes including litigation, arbitration, adjudication, mediation and negotiated settlements

• 4–7+ years PQE with a strong track record in Construction Professional Indemnity and/or professional negligence litigation
• Experience acting for insurers or insureds in PI disputes (construction sector experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of construction processes, professional duties and technical documentation
• Excellent legal analysis, drafting and case management skills
• Confidence in dealing directly with insurer clients and construction professionals on day‑to‑day matters
• A team‑focused approach with a willingness to share knowledge, supervise junior colleagues and contribute to team development
• Strong commercial awareness and willingness to engage in client development and wider business strategy to support growth of the Construction PI practice

Flex Forward scheme (flexible working)