Construction Contentious Associate / Senior Associate

Construction Contentious Associate / Senior Associate, Manchester Client: Shoosmiths Location: Manchester, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 35b5853e2600 Job Views: 4 Posted: 02.06.2025 Expiry Date: 17.07.2025 Job Description: Shoosmiths is a leading law firm known for excellent service, incisive thinking, and a focus on what matters. With offices across the UK and Brussels, we support ambitious clients making a significant impact and promote a culture of authenticity, teamwork, and innovation. We are proud to be the first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People. Our benefits package is outstanding and complements our competitive salaries, work environment, and high-quality work. To learn more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits Package. The team Our construction and engineering team advises on all legal aspects of construction, from strategic advice on procurement to contentious issues during and after projects. Our team of five partners and ten qualified lawyers support clients including developers, contractors, and public authorities on development work, infrastructure projects, and dispute resolution through adjudication, court actions, arbitration, and mediation. The role We seek candidates with a strong background in contentious construction work, though applications from those with any construction law experience are welcome. The role involves advising on construction disputes in adjudication, arbitration, mediation, or court proceedings, and handling claims related to time, cost, and defective work during and after construction. A willingness to assist with non-contentious work is also desirable. This position offers the chance to work with industry experts on high-profile projects and provides a clear career development path. #J-18808-Ljbffr