Construction Litigation Senior Associate / Legal Director

TSR Legal; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Attractive bonus structure

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

TSR Legal is seeking a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join their Construction and Commercial Disputes team in Cardiff. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a respected firm recognized for its legal advice and client relationships.

The role involves advising on complex litigation, helping with business development, and providing the autonomy to manage client relationships. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in construction disputes and a proactive approach.

The position offers a competitive salary, attractive bonuses, and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in Construction Disputes or Commercial Litigation Solicitors at Senior Associate level.
• Strong advising skills on complex contentious matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on varied caseload of construction and commercial disputes.
• Manage complex litigation, adjudications, and arbitrations.
• Support business development activities.

Skills

Strong experience advising on complex contentious matters

Excellent technical and commercial skills

Ability to build and maintain lasting client relationships

Proactive and collaborative approach

Desire to contribute to strategic growth

Job description

TSR Legal are pleased to be working with a highly successful commercial law firm on the appointment of a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join its national Construction and Commercial Disputes team in Central Cardiff.

This is an opportunity to join a firm that has consistently earned recognition for the quality of its legal advice, innovative approach and strong client relationships. The firm acts for an impressive portfolio of businesses, investors, developers, public sector organisations and entrepreneurs, delivering commercially focused advice on complex and high value matters across the UK.

Its disputes practice is particularly well regarded, with experienced partners leading a broad range of contentious construction and commercial matters. The team is known for handling sophisticated and strategically important disputes while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture that allows senior lawyers to thrive.

The firm has also developed a reputation as an employer of choice, combining high calibre work with a modern and flexible working environment. Significant investment in its people, commitment to local communities and continued growth across key sectors have contributed to its standing as one of the most progressive firms in the market.

The Role

Working closely with respected partners and senior lawyers, you will advise on a varied caseload of construction and commercial disputes for clients operating across sectors including development, infrastructure, energy, real estate and the wider commercial market.

The role will involve managing complex litigation, adjudications, arbitrations and dispute resolution matters, while also supporting business development activities and helping to nurture the next generation of talent within the team.

This position offers genuine autonomy, direct client contact and the opportunity to play an influential role in the continued growth of a successful practice.

About You

Applications are welcomed from experienced Construction Disputes or Commercial Litigation Solicitors operating at Senior Associate level, as well as those already working as a Legal Director.

You will possess:

Strong experience advising on complex contentious matters

Excellent technical and commercial skills

The ability to build and maintain lasting client relationships

A proactive and collaborative approach

A desire to contribute to the strategic growth of a thriving team

The Package

A highly competitive salary is available together with an attractive bonus structure, comprehensive benefits package and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

For lawyers seeking access to top quality work, a supportive partnership team and a clear route to further progression, this represents an outstanding opportunity.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Karen at TSR Legal on 02920 388100 / [e-mail] All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.