Construction Disputes Principal Associate 8+ PQE London 

 
Title: Construction Disputes Principal Associate 
Seniority: 8+ PQE 
Location: London 
Reference: AL1090 
Role posted: September 2026 
 
The Client 
 
Our client is a large commercial practice known for its work across all premium insurance lines, including professional indemnity. The team have a strong client list, including insurance and corporate clients, and have achieved significant growth in recent years. 
 
They have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Associate to join the Legal 500 Tier 1 Defendant Professional Indemnity team. 
 
The Role 
 
The role focuses on defending construction professionals, including architects, engineers, contractors and consultants, on professional indemnity claims. The client base includes leading insurers, MGAs and Lloyd's syndicates. 
 
The successful candidate will have strong experience in professional indemnity and/or commercial litigation, ideally gained in private practice or with a major insurer/MGA, together with solid experience advising insurers on construction coverage matters and delivering exceptional client service. 
 
Key responsibilities: 
 
8+ years PQE 
Demonstrated ability to manage complex and high-value professional indemnity claims 
Exceptional communication skills, coupled with strong commercial acumen 
Lateral thinking and problem-solving skills 
Excellent interpersonal and team skills, including ability to work with others, influence and persuade 
An enthusiasm for helping others to grow and develop and being able to supervise work of other fee earners 
Effective time and matter management 
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a wider team structure 
Self-starting with the ability to take the initiative and adapt quickly to change 
Strong client relationship and client management skills 
 
If you are considering your options, or are interested in having a confidential chat before making an application, please do get in touch for more details. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
For further details and to discuss on a confidential basis, please contact Laila or Adam on the following: 
 
Laila: 
07974 820298 
Laila@Austonlegal.com 
 
Adam: 
07968 007 197 
Adam@Austonlegal.com 
 
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