Associate -Insurance, Financial and Professional Disputes Team -
Edinburgh/Glasgow office
Due to continuing growth in instructions,
we are looking for an Associate to join our Insurance, Financial and
Professional Disputes team to be based in our Edinburgh/Glasgow
office, with flexible working.
The Team
Our professional liability team supports
and defends a wide range of insurers and professionals across all
disciplines, in relation to all aspects of professional liability
claims from policy response, to litigation and any associated
disciplinary matters. We provide dispute resolution support through
mediation, arbitration and litigation which also extends to
commercial disputes. We also represent professionals before public inquiries.
A consistent and ever-growing client base
has led to a fantastic opportunity for a bright and ambitious
litigator to join this recognised market-leading team within Clyde
& Co's worldwide and highly regarded specialist professional
negligence practice group.
The Role
We are seeking a candidate from between 2
years + PQE to work on a varied workload covering professional
negligence and commercial dispute resolution work based in our
Edinburgh/Glasgow office. This is an exciting opportunity to work
within a highly respected Band 1 team and to gain exposure to some
of the most challenging and interesting claims in this practice area.
Please note that our PQE levels are a
guide and all suitable candidates will be considered.
The successful candidate will have the
opportunity to work on claims for a broad variety of professionals
(with a particular focus on construction professionals) in the
Sheriff Court and Court of Session and will also gain exposure to
ADR. There will also be an opportunity to become involved in
business development.
The role will involve:
Running a case load of files in a manner
compliant with our service level agreements with insurers.
Assisting in the defence of high value
and complex claims.
Communicating with clients effectively
and complying with deadlines and clients' reporting requirements.
Capturing and recording management information.
Sheriff court advocacy.
Communicating with clients effectively
and complying with deadlines and clients' reporting requirements.
In return, you will benefit from being part of an
organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. Within our
friendly department you will have access to a range of learning and
development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.
For a confidential conversation please contact Jonathan.Brett@clydeco.com
0161 240 2820 or apply today through the link provided.
Clyde & Co are committed to promoting equality and
diversity in all aspects of employment.
