Associate/Senior Associate/Legal Director (Professional Indemnity) – Edinburgh/Glasgow

Frasia Wright Associates; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking an experienced Associate/Senior Associate/Legal Director to join their insurance practice in Glasgow or Edinburgh. The role involves handling complex professional indemnity cases and offers opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will possess significant litigation experience and a strong background in insurance law.

Qualifications

• 3 years' PQE in professional indemnity law.
• Experience with complex claims and litigation.
• Background ideally in insurance or commercial litigation.

Responsibilities

• Advising on pre-litigated and litigated matters.
• Handling high-value professional indemnity cases.
• Advising on claims and service complaints.

Skills

Litigation

Professional Indemnity

Advocacy

Education

Qualified Lawyer with at least 3 years' PQE

Job description

Associate/Senior Associate/Legal Director (Professional Indemnity) – Edinburgh/Glasgow

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Posted: 24.06.2025

Expiry Date: 08.08.2025

Job Description:

We have been instructed on this senior role with our client, a global law firm specialising in disputes, insurance, and advisory services. The firm is currently recruiting an experienced lawyer to join its growing insurance practice, based in either its Edinburgh or Glasgow office.

The insurance team advises on a broad range of complex matters for a varied client base, including professionals, insurers, and corporates. The team is seeking a candidate with at least 3 years’ PQE level with strong professional indemnity expertise. The successful individual will have experience acting for professionals and insurers in complex and high-value claims. Advocacy experience is desirable, as is previous exposure to both the Sheriff Court and Court of Session.

Key tasks will include:

1. Advising on both pre-litigated and litigated matters, promoting early resolution and exploring alternative dispute resolution where appropriate
2. Handling a wide range of professional indemnity cases, including high-value and technically complex claims
3. Advising on claims as well as conduct and service complaints

Applications are welcomed from candidates with a strong litigation background, ideally in insurance or commercial litigation. The firm is also open to hearing from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements.

If this position could be of interest, please contact Cameron or Teddie for an initial and confidential discussion. (Assignment 15833)