Senior Associate — International Arbitration (Construction & Infrastructure Disputes)

Senior Associate - International Arbitration (Construction & Infrastructure Disputes)

Global Law firm

London

A leading global law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its highly regarded International Arbitration practice in London.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a genuinely international disputes practice with a strong reputation for handling complex, high-value and technically demanding matters across the construction, infrastructure, energy and resources sectors. The team acts on some of the most significant cross-border disputes globally, advising major corporates, project sponsors, contractors, investors and other stakeholders.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will play a key role on complex international disputes, with a particular focus on construction and infrastructure arbitration.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting and, where appropriate, taking the lead on complex international arbitrations
• Managing significant aspects of matters, including strategy, case management and day-to-day client coordination
• Leading and coordinating factual and expert evidence, particularly in relation to delay, quantum and technical issues
• Supporting partners and senior lawyers in advocacy at hearings, while continuing to develop personal advocacy experience
• Drafting high-quality submissions, pleadings, correspondence and other key arbitration documents
• Working closely with clients to anticipate their needs, provide strategic advice and ensure clear, timely communication
• Delegating work effectively, supervising junior lawyers and providing constructive feedback and mentoring
• Managing matter budgets, costs and billing processes, with a focus on efficient delivery and profitability
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across an extensive international network
• Contributing to business development, industry initiatives, client relationships, training and the development of internal know-how

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a lawyer with:

• 6+ years' PQE, although exceptional candidates with 5+ years' PQE will also be considered
• Significant experience in international arbitration
• Strong expertise in construction and infrastructure disputes
• Experience managing factual and expert evidence relating to delay, quantum and technical issues
• Excellent drafting, legal analysis and case management skills
• Strong commercial judgement and an ability to manage complex, high-value matters
• Experience of English High Court proceedings, particularly in the Technology and Construction Court (TCC), would be advantageous
• Experience of expert determinations and/or adjudications would also be beneficial
• Strong financial awareness, including an understanding of matter budgets, costs and the key drivers of efficient legal service delivery
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• Proven leadership capability, with the ability to supervise, mentor and support junior team members
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across a global team

What the Role Offers

• A senior role within a market-leading global international arbitration practice
• Exposure to complex, high-value and cross-border construction and infrastructure disputes
• The opportunity to take increasing responsibility for the management and strategic direction of matters
• Close involvement in advocacy and major arbitral hearings
• The chance to work alongside leading practitioners across a global network
• Significant opportunities to develop client relationships and contribute to business development
• A collaborative and inclusive environment with strong support for professional development

Interested?

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious disputes lawyer with strong international arbitration experience and a particular focus on construction and infrastructure disputes to take the next step in their career within a leading global practice.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch with Rhys