Construction Arbitration | 3-6 PQE | London

Agnew O'Brien Global Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global arbitration practice in London is seeking a talented Mid or Senior Level Associate to join their team. This role involves managing high-profile international disputes, developing case strategy, and engaging with clients and experts. Candidates should have 3–6 years of post-qualification experience in international arbitration, with strong skills in construction or energy-related arbitrations. The firm offers competitive remuneration and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive benefits package

Direct partner access

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3–6 years’ post-qualification experience in international arbitration.
• Proven experience in construction, engineering, or energy-related arbitrations.
• Strong grasp of arbitral procedure and related court applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute case theory and strategy for arbitrations.
• Draft persuasive written submissions and manage junior associates.
• Liaise with clients, experts, and tribunals throughout the arbitration process.

Skills

International arbitration or cross-border disputes

Construction, engineering, or energy-related arbitrations

Written advocacy skills

Arbitral procedure knowledge

Additional language skills

Education

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

A globally recognised international arbitration practice is seeking a talented Mid or Senior Level Associate to join its exceptional London office. The team acts for leading corporates, sovereigns and investors on complex, high-value disputes, with particular strength in infrastructure, energy, and major project arbitration.

The Role

Working closely with some of the most respected arbitration practitioners in the market, you will play a hands‑on role across every stage of high‑profile international disputes, including:

• Developing case theory and strategy on major construction and infrastructure arbitrations
• Drafting persuasive written submissions and managing junior associates through the process
• Overseeing research, evidence management, and document review
• Preparing witness and expert evidence on complex delay and quantum issues
• Liaising directly with clients, experts, tribunals, and opposing counsel
• Supporting partners on business development, publications, and client briefings

Candidate Requirements

• 3–6 years’ post‑qualification experience (UK or Commonwealth) in international arbitration or cross‑border disputes
• Proven experience in construction, engineering, or energy‑related arbitrations, ideally involving technical and delay issues
• Excellent academic credentials and outstanding written advocacy skills
• Strong grasp of arbitral procedure and related court applications
• Additional language skills will be highly regarded

The Firm Offers

• A compelling opportunity to work in a firm entirely dedicated to international arbitration, recognised globally for excellence and innovation
• Direct partner access, genuine client exposure, and early advocacy opportunities
• A supportive and intellectually rigorous environment encouraging professional growth
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits package

This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer seeking top‑tier international exposure within a collaborative and forward‑thinking global disputes practice.

For more information, please send your CV and supporting details in confidence to [e-mail] or apply via this website. Only applicants who meet the stated criteria and match the requirements of our client will be contacted.