Construction Litigation Lawyer - Senior Associate

BCL Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London is seeking an experienced Senior Associate in Construction Litigation. This role involves leading complex dispute resolutions for high-profile clients in the construction sector, requiring a qualified solicitor with over 5 years of experience. Candidates should be familiar with JCT, NEC, and FIDIC contracts and possess excellent client relationship management skills. The firm offers opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Clear career development framework

Collaborative and supportive environment

Opportunities for international disputes

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in contentious construction.
• Experience in litigation, arbitration, and adjudication.
• Commercially astute with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex dispute resolution matters from inception to conclusion.
• Advise on high-value defect disputes.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Litigation

Arbitration

Contractual interpretation

Client relationship management

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

Tools

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

FIDIC contracts

Job description

Overview

A highly regarded international law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate in Construction Litigation to join its market-leading contentious construction practice in London. This is a career-defining opportunity for a skilled litigator to work on high-profile, high-value disputes for major developers, contractors, consultants and public sector bodies.

The Opportunity:

Construction law is at the heart of the firm's offering, with a national contentious construction team of over 25 lawyers recognised for their expertise across the full range of disputes. Acting for both private and public sector clients, the team advises on domestic and, increasingly, international matters.

You will be involved in a wide variety of disputes and advisory work, covering major UK construction projects and engaging with some of the largest players in the market. The firm's client base includes central and local government, social housing providers, major contractors, developers and consultants.

The role offers the chance to:

• Lead complex dispute resolution matters from inception to conclusion.
• Advise on some of the most prominent standard form contracts in the UK, including JCT, NEC, FIDIC, ICE, PPC and GC Works.
• Develop specialist knowledge of emerging areas such as the Building Safety Act and its impact on the sector.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice areas, particularly Real Estate and Public Sector teams, to deliver seamless client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Litigation, arbitration (domestic and international) and adjudication.
• Alternative dispute resolution such as mediation.
• Dispute avoidance and risk management advice.
• Professional negligence claims.
• Contractual interpretation and strategic guidance.
• Advising on high-value defect disputes.
• Acting on behalf of prominent developers and contractors across sectors.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Playing an active role in business development and profile-raising initiatives.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members.
• Ensuring compliance with Lexcel and firm-wide quality standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 5+ years' PQE in contentious construction.
• Strong experience across all forms of dispute resolution, including litigation, arbitration and adjudication.
• Familiarity with JCT, NEC and FIDIC standard form contracts.
• Proven track record in managing complex, high-value disputes.
• Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client care and relationship management abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to business development and team leadership.

Why This Firm

• A steady pipeline of high-profile and complex instructions.
• Opportunities to handle both UK-based and international disputes.
• A clear career development framework with scope for progression.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion and sustainability.

If you are ready to take the next step in your construction disputes career, apply today to explore this exceptional opportunity.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.