Contentious Construction Lawyer

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom William James Recruitment Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contentious Construction Solicitor to join our team at William James Recruitment. As a leading recruitment partner to law firms in the UK and internationally, we are proud to work with top-tier clients, including a range of Legal 500 firms.

Job Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading full-service law firm headquartered in London and with offices internationally. Our client is looking for a Contentious Construction mid to senior level lawyer to join an ambitious and growing team of specialists.

The Firm:

Our client is an established and highly reputable law firm, with annual revenue growing each year and now reaching over £200m. The firm advises commercial clients across a range of business sectors, with a particular emphasis on real estate developers, contractors, and major engineering consultancies and UHNWI on high-value construction projects.

The Role:

We are looking for an Associate to join the growing Construction department dealing with the contentious side of adjudication, arbitration, and litigation in the Technology and Construction Court. You will also be working closely with the non-contentious team, advising on project solutions for clients from procurement, negotiation, contracting, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deal with contentious construction matters, including adjudication, arbitration, and litigation in the Technology and Construction Court.
  • Work closely with the non-contentious team to advise on project solutions for clients from procurement, negotiation, contracting, and delivery.
  • Supervise more junior members of the team and assist with their development.
  • Contribute to the growth and development of the Construction department.

Requirements:

  • Associate Solicitor with at least 3 + years PQE is essential.
  • Experience of real estate contentious construction matters in a leading national or regional practice.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and organisation skills.
  • Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development.
  • Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative.
  • Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail.
  • Excellent organisation and time-management skills.

What We Offer:

  • Excellent base salary up to £135,000 depending on experience.
  • Flexible working approach.
  • Generous bonus and benefits package.
  • Ongoing training and development.
  • Progression opportunities.
  • Supportive working environment.


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