Senior Associate / Legal Director - Construction (Contentious)
Location: East of England / Essex (hybrid working). Salary: Market rate plus benefits. Closing date: 7 Jan 2026. Reference: SP1607.
Overview: Join an established construction team within a leading UK law firm. This role offers management of a full and varied caseload of contentious construction matters and the opportunity to develop your career within a highly ranked practice.
Responsibilities:
* Take on a full and varied caseload of contentious construction matters in a supportive environment.
* Work across a range of clients and sectors to manage and resolve high-value, complex disputes.
* Engage fully in business development and marketing opportunities to grow the team.
Qualifications:
* 6+ years PQE in construction law.
* Knowledge of advising on potential disputes and disputes regarding the main industry standard form construction contracts (JCT, NEC, etc.).
* Experience in adjudication, litigation and/or arbitration.
* Knowledge of methods of alternative dispute resolution.
Benefits:
* Private Healthcare.
* Pension Scheme.
* Staff Profit Share / Salary sacrifice.
* Life Assurance.
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