Senior Associate – Construction Disputes

Overview

In this role, you will help lead contentious construction matters within a national team known for its strong reputation. You will handle ADR, dispute resolution, and risk management while collaborating with colleagues across UK offices and the London real estate practice. You’ll engage with developers, contractors, consultants, and public bodies on high-value disputes and international matters, shaping strategy and client outcomes. A key focus is business development and maintaining strong client relationships to raise the firm’s profile.

Pay / Benefits

• annual bonus scheme
• GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva
• Private Medical Insurance (Vitality Health)
• discounted gym memberships
• free cinema tickets
• health assessments

Responsibilities

• Conduct alternative dispute resolution activities including adjudication, mediation, pre-action protocol disputes, and litigation
• Identify and mitigate risk through dispute avoidance and proactive risk management
• Perform contractual interpretation and analysis
• Handle professional negligence issues within construction
• Contribute to international matters as needed and domestic projects
• Drive business development and help win new business
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice areas; travel as required
• Participate in training sessions and contribute to knowledge sharing
• Build and maintain effective client relationships
• Ensure files comply with Lexcel procedures

Key requirements

• Qualified solicitor with 8+ years’ experience in contentious construction
• Experience of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration (domestic or international), and adjudication
• Experience with complex, high-value defect disputes (desirable)
• Understanding of Building Safety Act implications for construction
• Experience with large, high-profile developers (private or social)
• Knowledge of JCT, FIDIC, and NEC standard form contracts
• Demonstrated passion for business development
• Drive, enthusiasm, and vision; strong time management
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative approach
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior associates

• strong communication
• collaborative approach
• drive and enthusiasm
• dispute resolution (litigation, arbitration, adjudication)
• contract interpretation
• knowledge of JCT, FIDIC, NEC forms

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