Beale & Co
Associate Solicitor

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Construction Professional Indemnity Associate (3-4 Years PQE) – UK – London
The Role
We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Construction Professional Indemnity Associate with around 3-4 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) to join our London office. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a market leading team working on high profile and complex matters for a diverse client base.
You will have the opportunity to work with leading insurers, contractors, consultants, architects, engineers and other industry professionals, contributing to matters that are often high value, technically complex and international in scope.
About Beale & Co
Beale & Co provides specialist legal advice to the construction and insurance sectors. With lawyers spread across offices in London, Bristol, Glasgow, Dublin, Dubai and Toronto, the Firm has a long track record in successfully acting for clients all over the world. Our teams handle complex international arbitration; professional indemnity disputes; coverage; claims handling; corporate and commercial and contracts and projects advisory matters, with an emphasis on finding the best possible legal and commercial solutions to meet our clients’ needs.
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Key Responsibilities
What we are looking for:
- Acting and advising in respect of claims against construction professionals such as Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Design & Build Contractors.
- Preparing correspondence pursuant to the Pre-Action Protocol for Construction and Engineering Disputes and for litigated claims in the Courts of England & Wales (TCC) and/or domestic or international Arbitration.
- ADR, including negotiation and mediation.
- Adjudication.
- Advising professional clients and their insurers on case strategy and claim and cost reserves.
- Instructing liability and quantum experts and Counsel.
- Interest in and/or experience of dealing with complex insurance coverage issues.
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and client relationship management abilities.
- Are commercially aware and committed to delivering practical solutions for clients.
- Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a high performing team.
- Demonstrable experience of living the values of our Firm.


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Why Beale & Co?
At Beale & Co, we combine specialist expertise with a genuinely collaborative culture. We are committed to supporting our people through high quality work, professional development opportunities and career progression.
You will join a respected international practice with a strong reputation in its specialist sectors and have the opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding matters alongside recognised experts in their fields.
If you are looking to take the next step in your legal career with a firm that is recognised for its expertise in the construction and insurance sectors, we would love to hear from you.
In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people.
If you want a confidential chat about the role, then feel free to call Jonathan Brett on 0203 053 3091.
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