Professional Indemnity Solicitor – Complex Claims

Yolk Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Yolk Legal, supporting a highly regarded specialist firm in Bristol, is recruiting a Professional Indemnity Solicitor. This role offers exposure to high-value professional indemnity and negligence disputes across solicitors, consultants, accountants and engineers.

You will work with leading experts on complex claims, assist with strategy, and develop technical expertise while progressing your career within a growing Bristol team.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 2–4 years PQE.
• Experience in professional indemnity or related disputes.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with a varied caseload of professional indemnity disputes.
• Handle complex claims involving solicitors, consultants and surveyors.
• Support senior lawyers on construction-related indemnity claims.
• Review evidence, assess liability and advise on strategy and outcomes.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings and witness statements.
• Work with insurers, insured professionals and external experts.
• Progress matters through negotiation, mediation and litigation.
• Build relationships with clients and deliver commercially focused advice.

Skills

PQE 2-4 years

PI litigation

Insurance litigation

Commercial litigation

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Job description

Yolk Legal, supporting a highly regarded specialist firm in Bristol, is recruiting a Professional Indemnity Solicitor. This role offers exposure to high-value professional indemnity and negligence disputes across solicitors, consultants, accountants and engineers.

You will work with leading experts on complex claims, assist with strategy, and develop technical expertise while progressing your career within a growing Bristol team.