Our Construction Insurance team is seeking a junior lawyer to join
the team in Bristol. The Construction Insurance 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
and their insureds.
The team handles a wide variety of claims against various
construction related professionals including engineers, architects,
quantity surveyors, project managers, design / build contractors and
surveyors. The role largely involves defending liability claims both
pre and post litigation, but the team also provide advice and
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. As well as acting for all of the major Professional
Indemnity Insurers, the team also acts directly for a number of large
professional services firms.
The Construction Insurance team spans London and Bristol and 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 Professional Indemnity claims,
including coverage issues
Delivering a high quality and timely output to clients, ensuring
high 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
Demonstrating the values and behaviours that for which the team is
known and keep it client-focused
Working to develop an environment of constant improvement:
enthusiastically sharing with and helping others
Capturing and collating required Management Information in
accordance with agreed practice for clients
Will have the opportunity to attend client events and/or travel,
principally to London.
Knowledge, skills and experience
NQ - 4 years PQE
The candidate should have litigation experience; experience of
insurance is desirable but not essential.
A good knowledge of legal procedures.
Excellent organisational skills, with good attention to detail.
Excellent communications skills (both orally and in writing).
An ability to adapt to shifting priorities and adapt plans accordingly.
Be able to demonstrate good initiative and problem solving skills,
but be conscious of when to consult others.
Able to work well in a team but also self-motivated.
Remain calm under pressure.
Enthusiastic with a proactive nature and an ability to deliver results.
