Contentious Construction Associate: High-Value Disputes

Frasia Wright Associates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates is recruiting an Associate to join a leading Contentious Construction team in Leeds. The role is for an England & Wales qualified solicitor to handle complex high-value disputes across public and private sectors.

You will advise on adjudication, arbitration, mediation and litigation, review contracts and documents, draft pleadings, and support negotiations and business development. At least 4 years PQE in contentious construction or related fields is expected.

Qualifications

• England & Wales qualified solicitor with 4+ years' PQE.
• Experience in contentious construction, engineering disputes or commercial litigation preferred.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills, commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on contentious construction matters including adjudication, mediation, arbitration and litigation.
• Reviewing and analysing construction contracts and supporting documentation to assess dispute merits.
• Drafting pleadings, submissions and strategic legal advice; supporting negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Building client relationships and contributing to business development and team growth.

Skills

Contentious construction

Adjudication

Arbitration

Litigation

Contract analysis

Education

England & Wales qualified solicitor

Job description

Frasia Wright Associates is recruiting an Associate to join a leading Contentious Construction team in Leeds. The role is for an England & Wales qualified solicitor to handle complex high-value disputes across public and private sectors.

You will advise on adjudication, arbitration, mediation and litigation, review contracts and documents, draft pleadings, and support negotiations and business development. At least 4 years PQE in contentious construction or related fields is expected.