Construction Disputes Senior Associate

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a top 50 leading UK law firm as a Senior Associate in their Disputes team based in London. This exciting opportunity allows you to handle complex professional indemnity claims, advising prominent clients and working closely with experienced partners. The firm's commitment to a collaborative culture fosters professional growth and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working arrangements

Focus on work-life balance

Commitment to diversity and sustainability

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in law.
• Experience in construction disputes or professional indemnity claims.
• Solid understanding of court and dispute resolution processes.

Responsibilities

• Defend professional indemnity claims against construction professionals.
• Advise clients on insurance policy coverage.
• Provide specialist advice on claims defense strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Drafting

Teamwork

Education

Qualified solicitor with at least 4 years PQE

Job description

A top 50 leading UK law firm is seeking a talented Senior Associate to join their growingDisputes teamin London. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile, complex professional indemnity claims, with a particular focus on construction professionals and main contractors.

As a Senior Associate, you will:

• Defend professional indemnity claims against construction professionals, main contractors, and other professionals.
• Advise clients on insurance policy coverage and interpretation, including complex wording issues.
• Provide specialist advice on claims defense strategies and scope of policy cover.
• Work closely with experienced partners and a dynamic team in a collaborative environment.

This role provides the opportunity to handle challenging, high-value cases while advising some of the most prominent clients in the London insurance market.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong academic background and at least 4 years of PQE in construction disputes or professional indemnity claims.
• Experience in policy interpretation and a solid understanding of court and dispute resolution processes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• A proactive, team-focused approach and an enthusiasm for client engagement and business development.

This firm is renowned for its inclusive and supportive culture, offering:

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Recognition as one of the UK’s best workplaces for over 20 years, with Platinum Investors in People status.
• Opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• A firm-wide commitment to diversity, sustainability, and innovation.

You’ll work closely with market-leading partners and be part of a national service line that spans offices across the UK. Collaboration and career development are at the core of their team’s ethos, making this an ideal environment for ambitious lawyers seeking progression.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a leading law firm with a strong reputation in the insurance market, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity or reach out to [e-mail] / 0744147365