Contentious Construction Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Five weeks' annual leave

Pension with salary sacrifice

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited seeks a Contentious Construction Solicitor in London with 8+ PQE to join a top-tier Professional Indemnity practice advising insurers and market participants on complex construction disputes.

You will manage high-value claims, supervise junior lawyers, and develop client relationships within a supportive firm environment offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and generous leave, and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitors with at least 8 years' PQE.
• Strong experience in professional indemnity and/or commercial litigation.
• Excellent client management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise insurers, MGAs and Lloyd's syndicates on professional indemnity construction disputes.
• Manage complex disputes and advise on construction-related coverage matters.
• Supervise and develop junior lawyers and build strong client relationships.

Skills

Contentious construction

Professional indemnity

Commercial litigation

Job description

Contentious Construction Solicitor, 8+ PQE, London, £110,000 - £130,000 DOE. Join a Legal 500 Professional Indemnity team advising on complex construction-related disputes for leading insurers and market participants.

THE ROLE:

Working within a growing Construction Insurance practice, you will act for leading insurers, MGAs and Lloyd's syndicates on complex and high-value professional indemnity claims involving construction professionals, including architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants. The role will involve managing sophisticated disputes, advising on construction-related coverage matters and delivering commercially focused advice throughout the lifecycle of a claim. You will also have the opportunity to supervise and develop junior lawyers, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with at least 8 years' PQE and strong experience in professional indemnity and/or commercial litigation. Experience advising insurers on construction-related claims or coverage matters would be particularly advantageous. You will possess excellent technical ability, strong commercial awareness, and exceptional client management skills. The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, able to manage complex matters independently while working collaboratively within a wider team. Experience supervising and supporting junior lawyers will also be beneficial.

THE FIRM:

This highly regarded Top 50 UK law firm has an established reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice across a broad range of sectors. The Professional Indemnity practice is recognised as a leading team, offering exposure to complex, high-value disputes, and an impressive client base. The firm provides a collaborative and supportive environment, with strong investment in its people and excellent opportunities for long-term career development.

THE PACKAGE:

Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including an annual profit share award, generous pension with salary sacrifice options, five weeks’ annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional leave, enhanced family leave, income protection, life assurance, and a confidential employee assistance programme.

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