Construction Lawyer Associate Managing Associate NQ Dubai Or Doha

Addleshaw Goddard; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Addleshaw Goddard in Dubai is seeking a Construction Associate to support its Middle East Construction practice in contentious matters. You will work with experienced partners, engage directly with clients on high-value disputes arising from major projects across the region, and help deliver strategic case results.

You will manage litigation and arbitration steps, draft pleadings, liaise with experts, and stay updated on local and international construction law developments.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified to Managing Associate level with experience in construction law.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction law and ability to provide clear, practical legal advice.
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters efficiently, meet deadlines, and maintain high client-service standards.
• Excellent drafting skills with confidence in preparing legally effective documents tailored to client needs.
• Commitment to professional growth, continuous learning, and contributing to the team’s success.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and resilient under pressure with a focus on delivering impactful advice.

Responsibilities

• Support AG’s Middle East Construction practice by delivering high-quality legal advice on contentious construction matters.
• Manage litigation and arbitration proceedings, draft pleadings, attend hearings, and liaise with experts and witnesses.
• Draft and review a wide range of legal documents and conduct detailed construction-law research.
• Work within a team delivering construction and infrastructure dispute services across diverse sectors in the Middle East.

Skills

Construction law

Drafting

Client service

Time management

Legal reasoning

Professional growth

Job description

Job Description:

The purpose of this role is to support Addleshaw Goddard’s Middle East Construction practice by delivering high-quality legal advice on contentious construction matters to our clients across the region. You will play a vital role in providing exceptional client service, upholding AG’s reputation for excellence, and contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the firm’s construction disputes practice in the Middle East.

What You'll Do:

• As a Construction Associate at AG focusing on contentious work, you will be working alongside experienced partners and engaging directly with clients on high-value, complex disputes arising from major construction and infrastructure projects throughout the Middle East.
• You will be responsible for managing litigation and arbitration proceedings, which includes preparing case strategies, drafting pleadings and submissions, attending hearings, and liaising with experts and witnesses.
• Your role will also involve drafting and reviewing a wide range of legal documents, conducting detailed legal research on construction law issues, and staying abreast of developments in both local and international construction law.
• You will be part of a team that delivers a comprehensive suite of specialist construction and infrastructure dispute services, with a particular focus on major projects for both public and private sector clients. The work spans a broad spectrum of markets and sectors, including Real Estate, Energy and Utilities, Industrials, Retail and Consumer, Transport, and Healthcare, as well as our market-leading Managing Risk service.

Who We're Looking For:

• Newly qualified to Managing Associate level with experience in construction law, ideally gained at a leading or mid-tier firm, with a focus on contentious matters.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction law and the ability to provide clear, practical legal advice.
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters efficiently, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards of client service in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent drafting skills, with confidence in preparing legally effective documents tailored to client needs.
• Committed to professional growth, continuous learning, and contributing to the team’s success.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and resilient under pressure, with a genuine interest in understanding clients’ objectives to deliver impactful advice.

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.