Senior Associate - Construction Disputes

Client of Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Associate for its construction disputes team. The role focuses on contentious construction matters, advising clients on arbitration, and handling disputes in energy and infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in construction law and a strong focus on arbitration, with preference for those familiar with the Middle East market.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in construction and infrastructure disputes, strong focus on arbitration.
• Prior experience in energy, infrastructure, or real estate sectors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on complex construction disputes, particularly involving arbitration.
• Handling matters related to major infrastructure and energy projects.
• Supporting clients across the full lifecycle of construction-related disputes.

Skills

Arbitration

Construction Disputes

Infrastructure

Energy

Real Estate

Job description

Client of Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Job Title: Senior Associate – Construction Disputes

A top-tier international law firm, renowned for its expertise in the construction sector and with multiple offices across the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Senior Associate to join its construction disputes team in Dubai.

Role Overview:

This position is primarily focused on contentious construction matters, with some exposure to non-contentious/project work. The successful candidate will join a market-leading team that advises a diverse client base, including contractors, energy companies, and government entities. The team handles a broad spectrum of disputes arising from energy, infrastructure (airports, rail, and road), and real estate development projects across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Advising clients on complex construction disputes, particularly those involving arbitration.

Handling matters related to major infrastructure and energy projects.

Supporting clients across the full lifecycle of construction-related disputes.

Collaborating with team members across the firm’s international offices.

Providing some support on non-contentious/project advisory work as required.

Requirements:

Extensive experience in construction and infrastructure disputes, with a strong focus on arbitration.

Prior experience advising clients in the energy, infrastructure, or real estate sectors is highly desirable.

Regional experience in the Middle East is advantageous but not essential.

Qualified candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply. For more information or a confidential discussion about the role.

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Client of Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment