Construction Disputes Associate

VG Charles & Co; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

Group personal pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Health & lifestyle benefits

Ongoing training and career dev.

Exposure to high-quality work

Collaborative environment

Job summary

VG Charles & Co in Manchester seeks an associate with 2+ years’ PQE in contentious construction law to join a highly regarded construction disputes team. You will advise developers, contractors, public bodies, investors and registered providers on a range of disputes and related advisory matters.

You will work on adjudication, mediation, litigation and pre-action protocols, with exposure to major development and infrastructure projects and potential international matters.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ PQE in contentious construction law.
• Experience with adjudication, mediation, construction litigation and related dispute resolution procedures.
• Excellent drafting, communication and analytical skills.
• Commercially minded with strong client service and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Advise on construction and engineering disputes for developers, contractors, public bodies and investors.
• Manage and support claims arising from complex construction projects.
• Assist with disputes under pre-action protocols for construction and engineering disputes.
• Advise on contractual interpretation, risk allocation and dispute avoidance.
• Identify practical, commercially focused solutions for contentious issues.
• Support matters involving major development, infrastructure, regeneration and mixed-use projects.
• Build strong relationships with clients and other advisers.
• Contribute to business development and growth of the practice.

Skills

PQE 2+ years

Construction disputes

Adjudication/mediation

Drafting/analysis

Client relations

Job description

Manchester | 2+ Years’ PQE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Projects and Construction Disputes Associate with at least 2 years’ PQE to join a highly regarded construction practice.

This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-value construction and infrastructure disputes, advising a diverse client base across the public and private sectors. You will be part of an established, collaborative team with exposure to major development and regeneration schemes, alongside opportunities to broaden your experience through nationally significant and potentially international projects.

With strong supervision, quality work and opportunities for professional development, this position would suit a technically capable solicitor looking to progress their career in construction disputes.

The Role

You will advise a varied client base, including developers, contractors, public sector bodies, investors and registered providers, on a range of contentious construction and engineering matters.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising on construction and engineering disputes, including adjudication, mediation and litigation.
• Managing and supporting claims arising from complex construction projects.
• Assisting with disputes progressing under the pre-action protocol for construction and engineering disputes.
• Advising on contractual interpretation, risk allocation and dispute avoidance.
• Working with clients to identify practical, commercially focused solutions to contentious issues.
• Supporting matters involving major development, infrastructure, regeneration and mixed-use projects.
• Building strong relationships with clients and other professional advisers.
• Contributing to business development, marketing initiatives and the wider growth of the practice.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across related disciplines to deliver a joined-up service to clients.

The work will primarily involve domestic projects, with scope to gain exposure to international matters as your experience develops.

About You

We are keen to hear from qualified solicitors with a genuine interest in construction disputes and a desire to develop their expertise within an established practice.

You will ideally have:

• At least 2 years’ PQE in contentious construction law.
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to analyse complex legal issues.
• Experience or exposure to adjudication, mediation, construction litigation and related dispute resolution procedures.
• Excellent drafting, communication and analytical skills.
• A commercially minded approach to advising clients.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
• A proactive attitude, with the confidence to take responsibility and contribute to the wider team.
• A willingness to continue developing your understanding of the construction and engineering sectors.

You will be academically strong, enthusiastic about your work and keen to learn from experienced colleagues while developing your own professional profile.

The Benefits

The successful candidate can expect a competitive benefits package, including:

• Annual bonus scheme.
• Group personal pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Access to additional health and lifestyle benefits, including discounted gym memberships and health assessments.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Exposure to high-quality work within an established construction practice.
• A collaborative working environment with strong supervision and support.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Construction Disputes Associate looking to work on challenging matters, develop their technical expertise and build their career within a respected projects and construction practice.

If you are looking for your next move and would welcome the opportunity to work with a diverse client base on complex construction disputes, we would be pleased to hear from you.

For more information on this opportunity or for general career advice in the strictest of confidence, please contact me, Andrew Jenkins at VG CHARLES &CO on 0121 233 5007 or mail [e-mail]