Senior Associate - Construction (Contentious)

Errington Legal; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate in Construction to manage a varied caseload of contentious matters. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of PQE and a strong background in construction law, including knowledge of relevant contracts and dispute resolution methods. This position allows for hybrid working and offers opportunities for business development and career growth.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Staff Profit Share

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in construction law.
• Knowledge of advising on potential disputes and industry standard contracts.
• Experience of adjudication, litigation and/or arbitration.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of contentious construction matters.
• Assist clients in resolving high-value, complex disputes.
• Engage in business development and marketing opportunities.

Skills

Experience in construction law

Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts

Experience in adjudication and litigation

Knowledge of alternative dispute resolution

Job description

Are you an experienced construction solicitor seeking a new opportunity in ahighly-regarded team within a top firm?

Senior Associate - Construction (Contentious)-choice of office locations in East Anglia / Essex with hybrid working

Client
An established Construction team within a leading UK law firm

Role

• Take on a full and varied caseload of contentious construction matters in a supportive environment
• Work across a range of clients/sectors helping to manage and/or resolve their construction related disputes, which are often high value and complex cases
• Engage fully in business development and marketing opportunities and look to continue to develop and grow the team
• An ideal opportunity to develop your career and make the role your own, working closely with partners in this highly-ranked practice

You

• 6+ years PQE in construction law
• Knowledge of advising on potential disputes and disputes regarding the main industry standard form construction contracts (JCT, NEC etc.)
• Experience of adjudication, litigation and/or arbitration
• Knowledge of methods of alternative dispute resolution

Benefits include:

• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme
• Staff Profit Share / Salary sacrifice
• Life Assurance

For further information and confidential discussion, please contact [e-mail]

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