ROLE OVERVIEW
The team
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 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 team spans London and Bristol and is top ranked for Professional Negligence in both Chambers & Partners and Legal 500.
The role
We have an opportunity for an Associate to join the team in London. 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, as well as:
- Managing a caseload of construction professional indemnity claims, including coverage issues
- Delivering a 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
- Capturing and collating required Management Information in accordance with agreed practice for clients
- Arranging and attending client events, when required.
Knowledge, skills and experience
- NQ - 5 years PQE.
- A good grounding in construction litigation. Experience of insurance is desirable but not essential.
- A good knowledge of legal procedures
- Able to deliver legal and commercial solutions and establish collaborative working relationships with clients and colleagues to provide an outstanding client experience.
- An ability to support the team to manage the client experience, developing trusted relationships and interacting with clients confidently to achieve the best outcome for the client.
- Able to work efficiently and commercially and understand the importance of financial hygiene.
- Collaborative and able to work effectively in a team.
- Good attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent communication skills (both orally and in writing).
- An ability to adapt to shifting priorities and adapt plans accordingly.
- Committed to being part of a supportive, inclusive and collaborative firm culture.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
We are problem solvers. Whether in front of clients or behind the scenes. To solve problems creatively for clients, we need diverse collaborative thinking; drawing on different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives. That means that everyone who either applies to, or works for, the firm is treated equitably. Webelieve in removing barriers to equal access not least because our people define us and define what we do. If you need support and adjustments to do your best work, whether that's during the recruitment process or throughout your time at RPC, we're here to help.
Flexible working that supports your commitments outside of work is an important part of our culture and, where possible, we will support this across all roles. Please get in touch with our recruitment team if you have any questions about our hybrid working approach or flexible working policy.
