A major international law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded construction and infrastructure disputes practice in London.
The Practice
The team advises a diverse client base, including developers, contractors, public sector bodies, multinational corporations and construction professionals, on significant construction and infrastructure disputes. Its work encompasses:
- High Court litigation, including in the Technology and Construction Court
- International Arbitration
- Adjudication and Mediation
- Delay, Defects and Payment claims
- Dispute Avoidance advice on live projects
Matters span the infrastructure, energy, transport and real estate sectors, offering a balance of domestic and international work.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will benefit from:
- Responsibility for running matters on a day-to-day basis.
- Direct client contact and meaningful involvement in case strategy.
- The support of a global disputes platform within a collaborative team.
- Opportunities to develop their profile, supervise junior lawyers and contribute to business development.
The Candidate
Candidates should ideally have:
- 4–7 years’ PQE in contentious construction work, gained at a leading UK or international law firm.
- Relevant London experience, with High Court experience strongly preferred.
- Strong academic background with an expectation of at least a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) and solicitors' examinations to have been passed first time.
- Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen, with a business-like approach to legal practice and business development.
- The ability to adapt well to changing priorities and deadlines.
Applications are also welcome from lawyers currently practising outside London with relevant experience of the English courts.
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Construction Disputes Senior Associate employer: HIA Legal
Join a leading international law firm in London, where you will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work culture that values innovation and professional growth. With a focus on technology transactions, you'll have the opportunity to work on complex, cross-border projects alongside top-tier professionals, enhancing your skills in a supportive environment. The firm offers competitive benefits and a commitment to employee development, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the legal sector.
