Construction Litigation Solicitor

Taylor Root; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Solicitor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role requires a minimum of 10 years' post-qualification experience, focusing on disputes arising from telecoms infrastructure projects. The candidate will manage litigation matters independently while supported by a collaborative disputes team. This position offers the chance to contribute to a major client relationship in a collegiate work environment.

Benefits

High-quality work

Collegiate environment

Immediate impact on major client relationships

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' post-qualification experience in construction litigation.
• Strong working knowledge of the adjudication process.
• Ability to handle complex disputes with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction litigation matters.
• Handle disputes related to telecoms infrastructure projects.

Skills

Adjudication Process

Complex Dispute Handling

Drafting Skills

Negotiation Skills

Client Handling Skills

Education

10+ PQE in Construction Litigation

Job description

Overview

Construction Litigation Solicitor - 12-Month FTC

Top 100 UK Law Firm | London | 10+ PQE

Our client, a leading Top 100 UK law firm, is seeking a 10+ PQE Construction Litigation Solicitor on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded disputes team, acting for a major telecoms client on a portfolio of contentious matters.

The role will focus on disputes arising from the installation and maintenance of telecoms infrastructure, including issues relating to the digging and laying of cables. You will be responsible for running matters independently, with support from a collaborative and well-established team.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage construction litigation matters arising from telecoms infrastructure projects, with a focus on disputes related to installation, maintenance, digging and laying of cables. Handle matters independently while collaborating with a supportive, established disputes team.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 10 years' post-qualification experience in construction litigation.
• Strong working knowledge of the adjudication process, with experience managing adjudications from start to finish.
• Ability to handle complex disputes with minimal supervision.
• Experience in telecoms or infrastructure sectors is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and client-handling skills.

Benefits and Opportunity

This role offers high-quality work, a collegiate environment, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to a major client relationship. Suitable for someone seeking a senior-level interim position with immediate impact.

For further details or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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