Contentious Construction Partner

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Partner for a fully remote role. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution, along with a portable client following. This position offers a salary of up to £200,000, generous benefits, and opportunities for partnership in a reputable firm with a focus on construction disputes.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Ideally a portable client following.
• Strong experience in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills.
• Experience with major standard-form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC).

Responsibilities

• Join a leading construction litigation practice and advise on complex disputes.
• Support the practice's growth with administrative and marketing efforts.
• Influence the practice's future and pathway to partnership.

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Contentious Construction Partner, Newport

Client: William James Recruitment

Location: Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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About the Job

Construction Litigation Partner – Remote – Up to £200,000 salary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s leading construction litigation practices. Part of a Top 50 UK law firm, this award-winning team is one of the largest contentious construction practices and highly ranked.

The firm acts for major contractors, developers, funders, and consultants on complex, high-profile UK and international disputes in construction, engineering, and energy. The team is led by a partner recognized in Chambers UK and the Legal 500, with expertise in litigation, adjudication, arbitration, and mediation.

The firm is seeking experienced Construction Litigation Partners for a fully remote role as part of its UK growth strategy. It offers opportunities to influence the practice's future, advising on challenging disputes across infrastructure, energy, and commercial projects, and supporting the growth of the practice with administrative, marketing, and legal support, along with a clear pathway to partnership.

The Candidate

• Construction Litigation Partner, ideally with a portable client following
• Strong experience and interest in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development and regional profile growth
• Excellent organization and time-management skills
• Experience with major standard-form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC)

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Up to £200,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Fully remote working
• Generous pension and benefits package

Apply confidently online or via telephone—initial conversations do not require a CV.

Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant)