Senior Construction Disputes Lawyer 12 month FTC

Lipson Lloyd-Jones; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate to join their Construction Disputes Team in London. This role, offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract, requires a qualified professional with over 6 years of post-qualification experience in contentious construction law. You will engage with a diverse range of clients, advising on complex legal matters across domestic and international projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dispute resolution, including litigation and arbitration, and familiarity with major construction contracts. Join a dynamic team that delivers comprehensive services to stakeholders in the construction and engineering sectors.

Qualifications

• 6+ PQE with solid experience in contentious construction matters.
• Familiarity with major standard domestic and international forms of construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Focus on contentious construction work across various sectors.
• Advise clients on dispute resolution methods and construction contracts.

Skills

Contentious Construction Law

Dispute Resolution

Litigation

International Arbitration

Adjudication

Contract Law

Education

Qualified in England & Wales or Common-Law

Tools

FIDIC

NEC

JCT

Job description

THE FIRM

A global law firm.

THE ROLE

A Senior Associate is sought to join the Construction Disputes Team in London on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis.

The Construction Practice offers a comprehensive and commercially focused service to major developers, owners, employers, contractors, funders, and all other stakeholders in the construction and engineering industry.

They advise on the full range of national and international standard-form construction contracts (including FIDIC, NEC, JCT, and LOGIC), as well as bespoke contract forms and project agreements.

ABOUT YOU

England & Wales or Common-Law qualified with 6 PQE or more, you will have the experience to take on a role focusing on contentious construction work across a range of sectors including infrastructure, transport, energy, and natural resources spanning domestic, international, and cross-border matters.

Clients include employers, developers, funders, and major contractors.

1. Solid experience acting for commercial clients in contentious matters encompassing domestic, international, and cross-border issues.
2. Experience of a wide range of dispute resolution methods including litigation, international arbitration, adjudication, and major forms of ADR.
3. Familiarity with major standard domestic and international forms of construction contracts including JCT, NEC, and FIDIC is required together with experience of associated transaction documents and the full range of procurement routes.
4. Experience of working in the energy, infrastructure, transport, and resources sectors and on project financed matters would be beneficial.

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.