Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) - PI & Construction Disputes

Beale & Co; Milton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Beale & Co in Glasgow is seeking a Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) to join the Professional Indemnity team. You will handle professional indemnity and negligence matters for insurers and construction professionals, with opportunity for early responsibility under strong partner support.

The role involves defending claims, drafting pleadings, and contributing to high-value disputes, with training and development as part of a leading specialist practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Scottish Solicitor.
• NQ to 3 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 experience of living the values of the Firm.

Responsibilities

• Defending professional negligence claims against construction professionals.
• 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

Scottish Solicitor

NQ-3 PQE

Litigation experience

Commercial disputes

Insurance litigation

Professional negligence

Construction disputes

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Client service

Communication

Relationship-building

Interest in construction/engineering/5

Job description

Beale & Co in Glasgow is seeking a Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) to join the Professional Indemnity team. You will handle professional indemnity and negligence matters for insurers and construction professionals, with opportunity for early responsibility under strong partner support.

The role involves defending claims, drafting pleadings, and contributing to high-value disputes, with training and development as part of a leading specialist practice.