Contentious Construction Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm is seeking a Junior to Mid Construction Disputes Associate to join their London office. The role involves advising on construction law, managing disputes, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of PQE and experience in construction disputes. This position offers an excellent salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Excellent base salary

Flexible working approach

Generous bonus and benefits package

Ongoing training and development

Progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Candidate must demonstrate experience in case management.
• Ability to work as a team player and build client relationships.
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on construction law solutions.
• Manage adjudications and disputes in the UK.
• Build strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Construction Solicitor

Experience in construction disputes

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

1 to 3 years’ PQE or equivalent

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 an 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 an emphasis on working on adjudications in the UK as well as in the TCC.

The candidate must demonstrate experience in case management and the ability to work as a team player while building strong client relationships.

The Candidate

• Construction Solicitor with 1 to 3 years’ PQE or equivalent from a reputable firm
• Experience of construction disputes
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organization skills
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on own initiative
• Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent organization 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 strict confidence online or via telephone – no initial CV required.

Contact: Alice Winter, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 020 918 1665
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