Simmons Adaptive – Interim Contentious Construction Lawyer

Simmons & Simmons; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to high-quality roles

Support from a sponsoring Partner

Access to firm resources

Exclusive networking events

Job summary

Simmons & Simmons seeks an interim contentious construction lawyer to join its Dispute Resolution practice group. The role involves handling construction disputes such as litigation, arbitration, and adjudication, requiring proven experience in contentious construction law and familiarity with standard-form contracts like JCT and NEC. Candidates must be qualified lawyers with the right to work in the UK. The firm offers access to high-quality roles and resources, along with support from a sponsoring Partner during assignments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction disputes, gained in a leading private practice or in-house legal team.
• Experience in building safety related disputes is ideal.
• Familiarity with standard-form construction contracts such as JCT, NEC, FIDIC.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and adjudication.
• Work with the firm’s standard-form construction contracts.

Skills

Contentious construction law experience

Litigation

Arbitration

Adjudication

Problem-solving mindset

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

About Simmons & Simmons Adaptive

Simmons & Simmons Adaptive is a flexible resourcing solution that delivers high‑quality services to clients while allowing lawyers to work on dynamic and high‑impact projects. The firm supports Adaptive consultants with a sponsoring Partner, client engagement, firm resources, training, and networking opportunities.

Main Purpose of the Role

We are seeking an interim contentious construction lawyer to support our Dispute Resolution practice group. The successful candidate will handle construction disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and adjudication, and will work with the firm’s standard‑form construction contracts.

Person Specification

• Qualified lawyer with proven experience in construction disputes, gained in a leading private practice or in‑house legal team.
• Experience in building safety related disputes is ideal.
• Strong experience in contentious construction law, including litigation, arbitration and adjudication.
• Familiarity with standard‑form construction contracts such as JCT, NEC, FIDIC, etc.
• Problem‑solving mindset and collaborative approach.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑moving environment.
• Strong organisational skills and capacity to prioritise workloads under tight deadlines.
• Must hold the relevant right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available).

Why You Should Join Simmons Adaptive

• Access to high‑quality roles and market‑leading clients.
• Support from a sponsoring Partner while on assignment.
• Access to firm resources and knowledge.
• Exclusive networking events, webinars, and firm‑wide events for Adaptive consultants.
• The backing of a leading international law firm.

Equal Opportunities

• Commitment to promoting equality and diversity.
• Equal opportunity irrespective of race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marriage, and maternity/paternity.
• Supportive of flexible working arrangements where possible.

Background Screening

All hires undergo background screening, which may include a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) certificate. The firm does not discriminate unfairly against individuals with a DBS record. Ex‑offender recruitment policy available on request.