Contentious Construction Senior Associate- Top 100 Law Firm

Overview

In this role, you will manage a range of contentious construction matters within a regional law firm, supporting hospital trusts, councils, and corporate clients. You will work within the contentious construction team to deliver expert advice and advocacy on complex disputes. The position emphasizes mentoring and career development, with a strong focus on a healthy work-life balance. This is an opportunity to shape high-stakes projects and contribute to the firm’s trusted advisory capabilities.

Pay / Benefits

• Mentored career progression and development
• Healthy work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad portfolio of contentious construction matters
• Collaborate with hospital trusts, councils, and corporate clients
• Contribute to case strategy, advocacy, and dispute resolution
• Support junior colleagues and participate in mentoring within the team

Key requirements

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
• 6–10 PQE
• Current employment in a dedicated contentious construction team at a UK law firm

• strong communication
• team collaboration
• client relationship management
• contentious construction knowledge
• construction law expertise
• dispute resolution and advocacy

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