Contentious Construction Lawyer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London seeks a Junior to Mid Construction Disputes Associate. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years PQE in construction disputes, strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for business development. This position offers an excellent base salary, flexible working, and generous bonuses.

Benefits

Excellent base salary

Flexible working approach

Generous bonus and benefits package

Ongoing Training and Development

Progression Opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience of construction disputes required.
• Ability to build strong client relationships.
• Strong legal skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cases related to construction disputes.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Drive business development initiatives.

Skills

Construction disputes

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Team collaboration

Commercial awareness

Leadership skills

Education

1 to 3 years’ PQE or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

About the Job

This is an exciting opportunity for a Junior to Mid Construction Disputes Associate to join an international law firm in the firm’s London office.

The Role

Our client is an international law firm with offices across the UK, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. The firm is a full service law firm with established and strong reputation for its expertise in life sciences, education, retail, sports and entertainment and international trade.

The firm’s Construction practice provides a broad range of construction law solutions, advising private and public institutions, property owners, developers, funders, contractors, sub-contractors, suppliers and construction/design consultants.

The ideal candidate will have a good working knowledge of the most popular standard forms of construction contracts and disputes relating to payment issues, change, defects, termination and professional negligence. There is more of an emphasis in working on both adjudications in the UK as well as in the TCC.

The candidate must demonstrate experience of taking responsibility for the conduct of cases and the ability to work as a team player and build strong client relationships.

The Candidate

• Construction Solicitor 1 to 3 years’ PQE or equivalent from a reputable firm
• Experience of construction disputes
• Excellent analytical, communication and organisation skills
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Excellent base salary
• Flexible working approach
• Generous bonus and benefits package
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Progression Opportunities
• Supportive working environment

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

Contact: Alice Winter, Retained Consultant –

Direct Dial: 020 918 1665 Mobile: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with various top-tier clients, including a range of Legal 500 firms.