PI Solicitor - Construction & Insurance, Glasgow

VNI Legal; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VNI Legal are delighted to be working with a long standing client in Glasgow to recruit a Solicitor (2-8 PQE) for their Professional Indemnity team. You will work on high-value PI claims and complex disputes, with strong training and early responsibility.

You will handle proceedings, advise on coverage, and collaborate with insurers and other professionals in a growing, leading practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified Scottish Solicitor.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in litigation, commercial disputes, insurance litigation, professional negligence or construction disputes would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical, drafting and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to client service.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Genuine interest in construction, engineering and insurance sectors.
• Demonstrable living of the firm's values.

Responsibilities

• Defending professional negligence claims against construction professionals such as engineers, architects, surveyors and design & build contractors.
• Advising on professional indemnity insurance coverage issues.
• Managing litigated matters in the Sheriff Court and Court of Session.
• Drafting pleadings, reports, client correspondence and legal advice.
• Working alongside partners and senior lawyers on complex and high-value disputes.
• Supporting alternative dispute resolution processes, including mediation and adjudication where appropriate.
• Building strong relationships with insurer and professional clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Construction disputes

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Client relationship mgmt

Education

Scottish Solicitor qualification

Job description

VNI Legal are delighted to be working with a long standing client in Glasgow to recruit a Solicitor (2-8 PQE) for their Professional Indemnity team. You will work on high-value PI claims and complex disputes, with strong training and early responsibility.

You will handle proceedings, advise on coverage, and collaborate with insurers and other professionals in a growing, leading practice.