Construction Litigation Associate

BCL Legal; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in London is looking for a Construction Litigation Associate to manage professional indemnity claims. This position offers the chance to work on high-value cases and collaborate within a supportive, top-ranked construction insurance team. Candidates should have a strong grounding in construction law and excellent communication skills. The firm values flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative culture

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Ability to provide pragmatic, commercial legal solutions.
• Experience mentoring junior team members preferred.
• Insurance experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of construction professional indemnity claims.
• Delivering high-quality legal advice in a timely manner.
• Supporting business development initiatives.

Skills

Strong grounding in construction litigation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proactive and collaborative

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Education

NQ-4 years PQE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Construction Litigation Associate | London

A leading UK law firm with a top-ranked Construction practice is seeking an Associate to join their London office. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on high-value, complex matters, collaborate with expert colleagues, and take your career to the next level.

The Construction team forms part of the firm's broader Insurance Group and acts for a wide range of clients, including:

• The majority of Professional Indemnity insurers in the UK market
• Major contractors and construction consultancies
• Engineers, architects, surveyors, project managers, and design & build contractors

The team is consistently top-ranked in Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 for Professional Negligence. They provide expertise across a wide spectrum of matters, including:

• Defence of liability claims pre- and post-litigation
• Adjudication, arbitration, and disciplinary proceedings
• Risk management advice and insurer policy coverage analysis

As an Associate, you will join a vibrant, growing team in London, working closely with partners and colleagues across the firm. You will manage a varied caseload of construction professional indemnity claims, with matters ranging from tens of thousands to multi-million-pound values. You will have autonomy over your work while benefiting from mentoring and guidance from senior lawyers.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of construction professional indemnity claims, including coverage issues
• Delivering high-quality legal advice in a timely manner, aligned with client service standards
• Contributing to continuous improvement of team processes, procedures, and service delivery
• Supporting business development initiatives and client engagement activities
• Preparing management information and reporting for internal and client purposes
• Attending and assisting with client events and networking initiatives

Candidate Profile

• NQ-4 years PQE
• Strong grounding in construction litigation; insurance experience desirable but not essential
• Ability to provide pragmatic, commercial legal solutions and build trusted client relationships
• Proactive, collaborative, and commercially aware
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience mentoring junior team members and contributing to a supportive team culture
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general IT literacy

This is an opportunity to advance your career within a leading, top-ranked construction insurance team. You will work on high-profile cases, develop your technical expertise, and expand your professional network. The firm is committed to supporting flexible and hybrid working, promoting a healthy work-life balance, and fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.

If you are a motivated construction lawyer seeking a challenging and rewarding role in London, this is a unique opportunity to join a highly respected, market-leading team.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.