Construction Litigation Partner

William James Recruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité fantastique se présente pour rejoindre un des leaders du contentieux de construction au Royaume-Uni. En tant que partenaire, vous travaillerez sur des litiges complexes, bénéficierez de soutien administratif et marketing, et jouerez un rôle clé dans la stratégie de croissance de la pratique. Une rémunération compétitive jusqu'à 170,000 £, avec des avantages tels que des congés annuels et un système de pension généreux.

Benefits

28 jours de congés annuels

Travail entièrement à distance

Pension d'entreprise généreuse

Paquet d'avantages complet

Qualifications

• Partenaire en contentieux de construction avec un portefeuille de clients portable souhaité.
• Expérience en arbitrage et résolution alternative des conflits.
• Excellentes compétences en organisation et gestion du temps.

Responsibilities

• Conseiller sur des litiges complexes dans des projets majeurs.
• Contribuer à la croissance continue du cabinet.
• Travailler en étroite collaboration avec des collègues à travers le Royaume-Uni.

Skills

Arbitration

Time Management

Business Development

Commercial Awareness

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About the Job

Construction Litigation Partner – Remote – Up to £170,000 salary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s leading construction litigation practices. Part of a Top 50 UK law firm, this award-winning team is one of the largest contentious construction practices and one of the UK’s most highly ranked.

The firm acts for major contractors, developers, funders, and consultants on complex, high-profile UK and international construction, engineering, and energy disputes. The team is led by a highly regarded partner recognised in both Chambers UK and the Legal 500 and includes numerous ranked individuals with expertise across litigation, adjudication, arbitration, and mediation.

As part of its ambitious UK growth strategy, the firm is seeking experienced Construction Litigation Partners to join on an entirely remote basis. The firm offers genuine opportunities to help shape the practice's future direction.

You’ll be advising on technically challenging disputes across major infrastructure, energy, and commercial projects. You will also contribute to the continued growth of the practice, working closely with colleagues across the UK. The firm offers full administrative, marketing, and paralegal support, as well as a clear pathway to equity partnership.

The Candidate

• Construction Litigation Partner, ideally with a portable client following
• Strong experience and interest in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development and growing a regional profile
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Experience working with major standard-form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC)

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Up to £170,000 salary (depending on experience)
• 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and option to buy/sell
• Fully remote working
• Generous company pension
• Full benefits package

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Dawn Everton, Retained Consultant

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Alternative Dispute Resolution, Legal Services, and Law Practice

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