Contentious Construction lawyers NQ – 1 & 2+ years’ PQE LONDON

Farrar Levin Legal Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in London seeks two contentious Construction lawyers. The roles offer opportunities to handle complex disputes and provide legal advice across various sectors. Ideal candidates will have experience in construction law and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience or training in construction law required.
• Advising on disputes involving industry-standard contracts.

Responsibilities

• Handling major and complex construction disputes through litigation and arbitration.
• Advising clients on potential disputes related to standard industry contracts.

Skills

Construction Law

Dispute Resolution

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

This well-regarded Construction team in London is looking to recruit two contentious Construction lawyers – one with 0 to 1 year of PQE and the other with 2 or more years of PQE. The team acts for a variety of both public and private sector clients, including further and higher education colleges, academies, local authorities, NHS Trusts, funders, developers, contractors, sub-contractors, and consultants.

Responsibilities and Practice Areas

1. Handling major and complex construction disputes through litigation, arbitration, adjudication, and other forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution.
2. Advising clients on potential disputes and disputes related to standard industry contracts such as JCT and NEC.
3. Providing sector-specific legal advice across a diverse client base.

Candidate Profile

1. Qualified lawyers with experience or training in construction law.
2. For those already qualified: experience in advising on disputes involving industry-standard contracts, adjudication, litigation, arbitration, and other ADR methods.
3. For newly qualified candidates: completed a seat in Construction law.

Team Environment and Opportunities

The team fosters a strong ethos of support and mentorship, offering clear avenues for career progression. The practice is active within London, the M25 corridor, East of England, and Southeast, with opportunities to work on arbitrations heard in London for international clients.