Principal Associate — Construction PI Defences

Auston Legal Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Auston Legal Ltd. invites applications for a Principal Associate to lead its defence of construction PI claims, with a client base including insurers, MGAs and Lloyd's syndicates.

The role emphasizes managing high-value matters, supervising junior fee earners, and delivering exceptional client service. Ideal candidates will have extensive PI/PII experience, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to work within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in PI or related fields.
• Experience managing complex and high-value PI claims.
• Strong communication skills with commercial acumen.
• Lateral thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and team skills; ability to supervise others.
• Ability to work independently and within a wider team.
• Self-starting with initiative and adaptability.
• Strong client relationships and client management.

Responsibilities

• Defend construction professionals on PI claims.
• Advise insurers on construction coverage matters.
• Deliver exceptional client service.

Skills

PI claims management

8+ years PQE

Strong communication

Commercial acumen

Lateral thinking

Interpersonal & team skills

Supervise fee earners

Time/matter management

Initiative & adaptability

Client relationships

Job description

Auston Legal Ltd. invites applications for a Principal Associate to lead its defence of construction PI claims, with a client base including insurers, MGAs and Lloyd's syndicates.

The role emphasizes managing high-value matters, supervising junior fee earners, and delivering exceptional client service. Ideal candidates will have extensive PI/PII experience, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to work within a collaborative team.