Construction Professional Negligence Solicitor

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 Ranked Legal 500 Law Firm is expanding its Insurance Litigation team and seeks a talented lawyer for the Construction Professional Negligence Team. This role offers a vibrant work environment with opportunities for progression, handling a range of construction disputes and claims.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary depending on experience

25 days holiday a year, with options to buy or sell more

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Health Cash Plan

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Approximately 9 years of experience in construction professional negligence.
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage a varied caseload.

Responsibilities

• Handling professional indemnity construction claims and disputes.
• Conducting files through arbitration and mediations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job Description

Due to the expansion of the Insurance Litigation team, this Tier 1 Ranked Legal 500 Law Firm is looking to hire a talented lawyer to join the Construction Professional Negligence Team.

You will be working on a range of professional indemnity construction claims, acting for engineers, contractors, architects, surveyors, and handling construction disputes, defect claims, and insurance disputes.

The role also involves conducting files through alternative dispute resolution methods such as arbitration and mediations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant and growing team with progression opportunities.

The Benefits

• Competitive basic salary depending on experience
• 25 days holiday a year, with options to buy or sell more
• Hybrid working
• Private medical insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Company Pension

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor with approximately 9 years of experience in construction professional negligence
• Ability to work to deadlines, prioritize, and manage a varied caseload
• Ability to work well both as part of a team and independently
• Strong legal and leadership skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent organization and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and effective communication with team members and clients

Application Process

Apply in strict confidence online or via telephone. An initial conversation does not require a CV.

Contact Details

Toni Bowie
Retained Consultant
INDTLB

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
Mobile: [phone]

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