Construction Senior Associate

Simpson Judge; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Construction Senior Associate to join their Southampton office. The role emphasizes managing complex construction disputes, drafting contracts, and advising clients through various phases of construction projects. With a strong commitment to professional development and an inclusive work environment, the firm offers hybrid working arrangements and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Up to 30 days holiday + bank

Private health

Life assurance

Discounted retail, health and professional services

Endless professional and personal development

Qualifications

• 8+ years' PQE in contentious construction law.
• Proven ability to manage complex disputes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex construction disputes including adjudications and arbitrations.
• Draft and negotiate construction documents like JCT and NEC contracts.
• Provide detailed risk assessments for development and funding transactions.

Skills

Contentious construction law

Drafting and negotiation

Client development

Risk assessment

Job description

Job Title: Construction Senior Associate
Salary: DOE & PQE circa up to 100K
Hours: Full time
Location: Southampton, hybrid flexible working to accommodate you and the firms needs.

Job Reference: CWS493

I'm working with a top-tier law firm with a strong presence across the South East to recruit a Senior Associate or Partner-level construction lawyer for their Southampton office. This is a strategic role advising a high-value client base on complex construction matters, with a particular focus on contentious work. The successful candidate will play a key role in the firm's ongoing growth and leadership within the construction team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead complex construction disputes, including adjudications, mediation's, arbitration's, and High Court litigation, often involving multi-million-pound claims.
Advise on a broad range of contentious matters including defects, delay, disruption, loss and expense, liquidated damages, professional negligence, and insolvency-related disputes.
Draft and negotiate a full range of construction documents including JCT and NEC contracts, consultant appointments, warranties, bonds, and guarantees.
Provide detailed risk assessments and due diligence reports for development and funding transactions across residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.
Work closely with colleagues in real estate, planning, corporate, and finance to provide joined-up advice throughout the project lifecycle.
Contribute to client development and team growth through mentoring, thought leadership, and strategic input.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
8+ years' PQE with strong experience in contentious construction law (transactional knowledge also welcome).
Proven ability to manage complex disputes and advise on risk, strategy, and resolution.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills; confident with clients and commercial in approach.
Track record in client development and mentoring; comfortable working independently and as part of a wider team.

IN RETURN:
Hybrid working options to support flexibility and work-life balance.
Endless professional and personal development
Modern Law firm recognised for fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and employee wellbeing through innovative and holistic health initiatives.
Up to 30 days holiday + bank.
Private health
Life assurance
Discounted retail, health and professional services
Many more

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