At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-profile construction disputes and collaborate across departments.
- Company: Top 100 law firm with a thriving Construction and Infrastructure practice.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and ongoing training support.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Influence large-scale projects and develop your career in a respected team.
- Qualifications: 5-8+ years PQE in construction-related disputes and strong litigation skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Chadwick Nott are instructed on a superb opportunity to join a Top 100 law firm in their thriving Construction and Infrastructure practice. They are looking to recruit a Senior Associate with 5-8+ years PQE to lead high-profile disputes across the construction sector in their Bristol office.
You will handle complex, multi-faceted cases involving:
- Payment claims, delays, and defects
- Professional negligence
- Contract management and dispute avoidance
- Adjudication, litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other ADR processes
Play a key role in reported cases and collaborate across departments. The team advises a broad client base from global funders and developers to local authorities and household names across energy, housing, retail, infrastructure, and waste. The work is diverse, challenging, and meaningful.
Requirements:
The successful candidate will be a confident litigator with solid experience in leading construction-related disputes. Strong technical expertise and understanding of JCT and NEC contracts as well as adjudications is essential.
In Return:
- Direct client exposure from day one
- Ongoing training and knowledge support
- The chance to influence large-scale projects and policy
- Autonomy to drive matters forward
- A tight-knit, respected team with cross-sector collaboration
- Support to develop your career, grow your network, and pursue business development opportunities
On offer is to work with a highly ranked team on an excellent quality of work, working with a collegiate firm who encourage career growth. There is a competitive salary and benefits package on offer for the right candidate along with the options of flexible hybrid working.
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
Construction Management in Bristol employer: Chadwick Nott
As a leading international law firm based in Bristol, we pride ourselves on offering an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Associate Directors in Financial Services Regulation benefit from exposure to high-quality, complex international work, alongside opportunities for career progression within a supportive team. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we ensure that all employees are valued and empowered to thrive in their roles.
