PI Solicitor – Litigation & Insurance (NQ–3PQE)

Nixon McQuade; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Nixon McQuade in Glasgow is seeking a Professional Indemnity Solicitor (NQ–3 PQE) to join a growing litigation team. You will handle professional negligence and insurance disputes, advising a diverse client base across sectors.

The role offers exposure to complex matters, with supportive colleagues and opportunities to specialise in professional indemnity while progressing your career in a collaborative firm environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor NQ–3 years' PQE.
• Experience in litigation, commercial disputes, insurance or professional negligence advantageous.
• Exposure to construction disputes beneficial but not essential.
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commercially aware with a strong commitment to delivering excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Handling professional negligence claims involving a range of professional services and construction related matters.
• Advising clients on professional indemnity and insurance coverage issues.
• Managing litigation and progressing cases through the Scottish courts.
• Preparing pleadings, legal reports, correspondence and client advice.
• Assisting with complex and high value commercial disputes.
• Supporting alternative dispute resolution processes, including mediation and adjudication.
• Working closely with senior colleagues on a varied caseload.
• Building and maintaining effective client relationships.

Skills

Litigation

Professional negligence

Insurance

Client relations

Analytical thinking

Job description

Nixon McQuade in Glasgow is seeking a Professional Indemnity Solicitor (NQ–3 PQE) to join a growing litigation team. You will handle professional negligence and insurance disputes, advising a diverse client base across sectors.

The role offers exposure to complex matters, with supportive colleagues and opportunities to specialise in professional indemnity while progressing your career in a collaborative firm environment.