Associate Director

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Gold Group Ltd Full time £90,000 - £109,000 per year

**Associate Director (Quantum) - Construction Disputes & Expert Witness

Location**
: Central London

Salary
: £90,000 - £110,000 + Package

I'm working exclusively with a leading construction disputes and expert witness consultancy in London's West End as they continue to expand their senior leadership team. With a rapidly growing pipeline of commissions across both the building and infrastructure sectors, they are now seeking an accomplished Associate Director to play a key role in the delivery and management of complex dispute and expert advisory assignments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-calibre consultancy renowned for its depth of expertise, analytical rigour, and reputation for delivering successful outcomes for their clients.

As Associate Director, you will:

  • Lead and manage expert witness commissions across quantum, delay, or technical disciplines (aligned with your expertise).
  • Oversee the preparation of expert reports, statements, and evidence for dispute resolution processes.
  • Provide strategic advice on claims, contract matters, and dispute avoidance.
  • Manage client relationships and contribute to business development and repeat work.
  • Review and direct the work of Consultants and Senior Consultants, ensuring high-quality analysis and reporting.
  • Play a key role in practice growth, supporting internal development and mentoring junior team members.
  • Engage directly with solicitors, counsel, contractors, and clients on complex matters.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong background in construction disputes, expert witness, claims, or advisory services from a Quantum background
  • Experience delivering (or significantly contributing to) expert reports for arbitration, litigation, or adjudication.
  • Excellent analytical, written, and forensic skills.
  • Proven ability to manage clients, commissions, and internal teams.
  • Ideally MSc in Construction Law or a related postgraduate qualification (or equivalent experience).
  • A commercially astute, detail-driven professional with the confidence to lead complex commissions.

What's on Offer

  • Starting salary of £90,000 - £110,000 (DOE)
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Private pension contributions
  • Private healthcare
  • Payment of professional fees
  • Generous bonus based on individual and company performance
  • Opportunity to shape the growth of a rapidly expanding consultancy
  • High-profile work across UK and international disputes
  • Direct mentorship from leading industry experts
  • Clear progression pathway towards Director level

If you're an experienced disputes professional ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role, for a business that has seen rapid growth in recent years then contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion on

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