Associate Director (Quantum)

Gold Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in London is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead expert witness commissions in quantum disputes. This role requires a strong background in construction disputes, expertise in preparing analytical reports, and effective client management skills. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly expanding consultancy.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private pension contributions

Private healthcare

Generous bonus based on performance

Opportunity for professional mentorship

Qualifications

• Strong background in construction disputes and expert witness services.
• Experience in preparing expert reports for arbitration or litigation.
• Excellent written and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead expert witness commissions across quantum and delay.
• Oversee preparation of expert reports and statements.
• Provide strategic advice on claims and dispute avoidance.
• Manage client relationships and business development.

Skills

Construction disputes

Expert witness

Analytical skills

Client management

Education

MSc in Construction Law or related qualification

Job description

Associate Director (Quantum) - Construction Disputes & Expert Witness

Location: Central London

Salary: 90,000 - 110,000 + Package

I'm working exclusively with a leading construction disputes and expert witness consultancy in London's West End as they continue to expand their senior leadership team. With a rapidly growing pipeline of commissions across both the building and infrastructure sectors, they are now seeking an accomplished Associate Director to play a key role in the delivery and management of complex dispute and expert advisory assignments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-calibre consultancy renowned for its depth of expertise, analytical rigour, and reputation for delivering successful outcomes for their clients.

As Associate Director, you will:

• Lead and manage expert witness commissions across quantum, delay, or technical disciplines (aligned with your expertise).
• Oversee the preparation of expert reports, statements, and evidence for dispute resolution processes.
• Provide strategic advice on claims, contract matters, and dispute avoidance.
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development and repeat work.
• Review and direct the work of Consultants and Senior Consultants, ensuring high-quality analysis and reporting.
• Play a key role in practice growth, supporting internal development and mentoring junior team members.
• Engage directly with solicitors, counsel, contractors, and clients on complex matters.

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in construction disputes, expert witness, claims, or advisory services from a Quantum background
• Experience delivering (or significantly contributing to) expert reports for arbitration, litigation, or adjudication.
• Excellent analytical, written, and forensic skills.
• Proven ability to manage clients, commissions, and internal teams.
• Ideally MSc in Construction Law or a related postgraduate qualification (or equivalent experience).
• A commercially astute, detail-driven professional with the confidence to lead complex commissions.

What's on Offer

• Starting salary of 90,000 - 110,000 (DOE)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Payment of professional feesGenerous bonus based on individual and company performance
• Opportunity to shape the growth of a rapidly expanding consultancy
• High-profile work across UK and international disputes
• Direct mentorship from leading industry experts
• Clear progression pathway towards Director level

If you're an experienced disputes professional ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role, for a business that has seen rapid growth in recent years then contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed).

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