Senior Associate – Construction Disputes – Bristol – 8+ PQE

Overview

In this role you will lead high-value construction disputes within a leading national law firm, focusing on litigation, adjudication and arbitration across sectors such as energy and infrastructure. You will work in a renowned Construction & Engineering disputes team, guiding complex matters and mentoring junior lawyers. The position offers influence, autonomy and visibility within a top-ranked practice, with opportunities to shape client relationships and dispute strategy. This role suits a senior lawyer who thrives on challenging cases, strategic problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• industry-leading training and development
• career progression opportunities
• high-value, complex work
• collaborative culture
• recognition as top law firm to work for in the UK

Responsibilities

• Lead construction-related litigation, adjudication and arbitration
• Handle high-value disputes in the Technology and Construction Court (TCC)
• Manage adjudications, expert determinations and mediations
• Provide strategic troubleshooting across the project lifecycle
• Oversee domestic and international arbitration matters
• Support major infrastructure and energy clients on complex disputes
• Supervise junior lawyers and contribute to team development
• Build and strengthen client relationships and contribute to leadership

Key requirements

• 8+ years PQE in contentious construction disputes
• Experience handling complex, high-value multi-party matters
• Strong understanding of adjudication, arbitration and TCC litigation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage a demanding and varied caseload with confidence
• Proactive, commercially minded approach
• Experience supervising and developing junior colleagues
• Track record of effective matter management and business development
• SRA registration

• Interpersonal communication
• Client relationship management
• Leadership and mentoring
• Adjudication
• Arbitration
• TCC litigation

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