Expert Witness

Parna Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consultancy is seeking an experienced Expert Witness / Claims Lead to join their team in Birmingham. This dual-role involves providing expert opinions on disputes and leading claims management processes. Successful candidates will have MRICS qualifications and a degree in Quantity Surveying. This position offers excellent career progression, flexible working, and a competitive salary in the range of £50,000 to £90,000 per annum. Join a firm that values growth and technical leadership.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS essential).
• Proven experience in expert witness work under Civil Procedure Rules.
• Comfortable working independently and leading a small team.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent expert opinion and prepare detailed expert reports.
• Manage and lead claims processes, advising clients and compiling robust evidence.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and legal teams.

Skills

Analytical report-writing

Communication skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS)

Job description

Expert Witness / Claims Lead

We are currently working with a leading UK consultancy seeking an experienced Expert Witness / Claims Lead (RICS Chartered) to join their growing team. This is a dual‑role opportunity combining technical leadership on high‑profile disputes with the strategic oversight of complex claims.

The Role

You will act as an Expert Witness on quantity surveying‑related disputes (litigation, arbitration, adjudication) delivering objective professional analysis and evidence. Simultaneously you’ll lead the claims management function, overseeing a team compiling supporting documentation and engaging directly with clients and legal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide independent expert opinion and prepare detailed expert reports.
• Attend expert meetings, conferences and cross‑examinations.
• Manage and lead claims processes, advising clients and compiling robust evidence.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and legal teams.
• Support business development efforts and promote services to new clients.

Qualifications

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS essential).
• Degree‑qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.
• Proven experience in expert witness work under Civil Procedure Rules and managing claims.
• Strong analytical report‑writing and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently and leading a small team.
• Commercially astute and client‑facing with a proactive mindset.

Location

• West Midlands or commutable to London (3 days per week in office)

Package

Negotiable on experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior consultancy role with room to shape a growing service line. Flexible working and excellent career progression offered.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• Vacancy: 1
• Yearly Salary: 50,000 – 90,000