Associate / Solicitor – Construction – Bournemouth

Overview

In this role you will specialise in construction disputes within a well-regarded regional law firm. You will work as part of the Construction team, handling contentious and non-contentious matters for contractors, developers, landowners and advisers. You will provide strategic guidance during disputes and help manage risk in contractual structures, while delivering high-quality client service. The position offers strong training and a collaborative environment with close supervision and clear progression. This is a chance to deepen a construction-focused practice and make an impact on complex disputes and adjudication proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Advise on construction disputes, adjudication, mediation and court proceedings
• Provide strategic guidance as disputes arise
• Support non-contentious construction matters when required
• Collaborate with contractors, developers, landowners and consultants
• Assist clients with contractual structures and risk management
• Manage own caseload under supervision from Head of Team
• Deliver excellent client service within a collaborative team environment

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ-4 PQE or above)
• Litigation experience from training or post qualification
• Genuine interest in developing a construction specialism
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, motivated approach
• Commitment to excellent client service
• Enjoys working as part of a close knit, supportive team
• Previous construction experience is not essential – enthusiasm and litigation exposure are valued

• strong communication
• proactive and motivated
• team collaboration
• construction disputes
• adjudication
• mediation

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