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Construction Disputes Associate

United Kingdom, London Employment contract 80000.00 - 110000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 01, 2026
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A highly regarded London law firm, recognised for its exceptional work across the real estate, construction and private wealth sectors, is seeking a talented Construction Disputes Associate to join its growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Construction Disputes Associate to join one of the UK's most respected construction practices, acting for developers, contractors, consultants, investors, funds, property owners and high-net-worth clients on a broad range of complex and high-value disputes. The successful Construction Disputes Associate will join a team that combines top-tier quality work with a genuinely collaborative culture. The firm has built an enviable reputation for providing sophisticated legal advice while maintaining a supportive and entrepreneurial environment, making it an attractive alternative to the traditional City law firm model.

Job Responsibility

  • Advise on a broad range of contentious construction matters across some of the UK's most prestigious developments and property portfolios
  • Adjudications, mediations and arbitration proceedings
  • Technology and Construction Court (TCC) litigation
  • Professional negligence claims involving architects, engineers and consultants
  • Delay, disruption and extension of time disputes
  • Defective works and building safety matters
  • Final account disputes
  • Contractual interpretation and risk allocation issues
  • Disputes arising from JCT, NEC and bespoke construction contracts
  • Development and infrastructure-related disputes
  • Strategic dispute avoidance and project advisory work

Requirements

  • Between 2 and 5 years' PQE
  • Strong experience handling contentious construction matters
  • Experience gained within a recognised construction, projects or disputes practice
  • Excellent academics and technical drafting skills
  • Exposure to adjudication, arbitration and/or litigation
  • Familiarity with JCT and NEC contracts
  • Strong client management and communication skills
  • Commercial awareness and a genuine interest in the built environment
  • A proactive and collaborative approach to team working
  • Prior law firm experience

What we offer

  • Benefits
  • Pension
  • Healthcare
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