Professional Indemnity Solicitor (Construction Disputes)

ENL Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Pension plan

Five weeks leave

Leave buy/sell

Enhanced family leave

Income protection

Life assurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ENL Legal Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Professional Indemnity Solicitor (Construction Disputes) for a leading London firm. With 8+ years’ PQE, you will defend construction professionals in high-value PI claims and advise insurers on construction coverage matters.

You will work alongside Partners in a supportive team, take ownership of substantial matters, and supervise junior fee earners while developing client relationships. Excellent rewards available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 8+ years’ PQE in PI and/or commercial litigation.
• Experience in leading teams and supervising junior lawyers advantageous.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend construction professionals in high-value PI claims.
• Advise insurers on construction-related coverage matters.
• Own matters from inception to resolution and mentor juniors.

Skills

Professional indemnity

Commercial litigation

Client relations

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Team supervision

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Professional Indemnity Solicitor (Construction Disputes), 8+ PQE, London, £100–120K DOE. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Solicitor to join a highly regarded, Legal 500 Tier 1 Professional Indemnity team. The role offers the opportunity to work on complex and high value construction-related professional indemnity claims within a growing national Insurance Disputes practice – JOB REF: 215305150

THE ROLE

The successful candidate will focus on defending construction professionals, including architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants, in relation to complex and high-value professional indemnity claims. You will advise insurers on construction-related coverage matters and take responsibility for managing matters from inception through to resolution.

Working alongside experienced Partners and colleagues across the wider Insurance Disputes team, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of substantial matters, develop strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice. The role will also involve supervising and supporting junior fee earners.

THE CANDIDATE

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with 8+ years’ PQE and substantial experience in professional indemnity and/or commercial litigation. Experience gained within a leading private practice, major insurer or MGA environment would be advantageous, as would experience advising insurers on construction coverage matters.

You will have a proven track record of managing complex, high-value claims, supported by excellent technical, drafting, and analytical skills. Strong commercial awareness, sound judgement, and a practical, solutions-focused approach are essential. You will also demonstrate excellent client relationship and communication skills, strong matter management capabilities, and the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively. Experience in supervising and developing junior lawyers would be an advantage.

THE FIRM

This leading Top 50 UK law firm has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice and is recognised for its technical expertise across a broad range of sectors. The firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment where lawyers are encouraged to develop their careers, build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of their practice.

The Insurance Disputes team is part of a wider national practice and provides exposure to sophisticated professional indemnity and construction-related disputes, working with a diverse client base across the insurance market.

THE PACKAGE

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including an annual firm-wide profit share award, generous pension with salary sacrifice options, five weeks’ annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional leave, enhanced family leave, income protection, life assurance, and a confidential employee assistance programme.

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