Our Construction team is seeking a Senior Associate to join the team
in London. The Construction team is part of the firm's Insurance Group
and has a well-established client base, acting for the vast majority
of Professional Indemnity insurers in the market as well as many of
the UK's largest contractors and construction consultancies, both on
joint and direct instructions.
The team handles a wide variety of claims against various
construction related professionals including engineers, architects,
quantity surveyors, project managers, design and build contractors and
surveyors. The role largely involves defending liability claims both
pre and post litigation, but the team also provide advice /
representation on associated matters such as adjudication,
disciplinary proceedings, arbitration and risk management. The team is
also frequently asked to advise insurers on policy coverage aspect of claims.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a
number of partners and lawyers within a vibrant and growing team. The
work will be varied, interesting and challenging and you will be given
autonomy. There will be the opportunity to work on matters involving a
range of construction related professions with values ranging from
tens of thousands of pounds to multi millions. You will also have the
opportunity to get involved with business development and client initiatives.
The team is top ranked for Professional Negligence in both Chambers
& Partners and Legal 500.
The role
Management of a caseload of construction professional indemnity
claims, including coverage issues
Delivering high quality and timely output to clients, ensuring the
highest levels of client service and alignment with agreed working
practices and client service level agreements
Contributing to the development and improvement of the team's
service, support, processes, and procedures
Working to develop an environment of constant improvement:
enthusiastically sharing with and helping others and taking
responsibility for aspects of team development, such as intranet
pages, training and induction, process improvements etc.
Capturing and collating required Management Information in
accordance with agreed practice for clients
Will have the opportunity to arrange and attend client events.
Knowledge, skills and experience
Circa 5 years PQE oe equivalent relevant expertise.
Expertise in construction litigation experience. Experience of
insurance is desirable but not essential.
A good knowledge of legal procedures.
Able to deliver legal and commercial solutions, working
collaboratively with clients and colleagues to provide an
outstanding client experience.
Excellent communication skills (both orally and in writing).
Takes responsibility for managing and developing strong
relationships with clients based on an understanding of their
business objectives.
Committed to business development to further grow the practice.
Identifies and shapes commercial opportunities encouraging others to participate.
Works efficiently and commercially and understands the importance
of financial hygiene, sharing that understanding with the team.
A collaborative leader within a team who coaches and develops
junior team members to achieve their full potential.
Committed to being part of a supportive, inclusive and
collaborative firm culture.
High level of confidentiality and integrity
Good attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
