Construction Disputes Senior Associate

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Construction Associate (6-10 PQE) to join a prestigious Top 25 international firm.

In this role, you will deal with the highest quality national and international Construction Litigation whilst being given the platform to excel in your career as a Partner in the making.

The Firm:

With offices located across the globe, this business has grown exponentially throughout its history to become one of the most well-respected and high-performing legal brands in the world.

A Top 25 firm with 100+ Legal 500 tier rankings and countless ranked departments in Chambers and Partners, the firm has received significant recognition for its high level of expertise across a huge range of disciplines.

In large part, this success can be attributed to the incredible legal talent the business has fostered over time. With numerous Hall of Fame lawyers, leading individuals, NextGen Partners and Rising Stars, the firm has a track record of maturing some of the sharpest legal minds.

Clients include some of the largest international businesses in history, and the resulting scale and quality of work are unparalleled. The firm retains and expands its impressive client base due to its increasing adoption of innovative technologies, and a focus on recruiting the best talent to serve its clients over the long term.

For lawyers seeking an opportunity to join a firm where they can accelerate their career into the upper echelons of the legal profession, this business will support them well towards achieving that goal.

The Role:

You will join a highly-ranked Construction team as a Senior Associate in the firm's prestigious national team.

Acting for a mix of clients that includes contractors, developers and government, you will handle a range of matters from mediation to litigation and all forms of ADR. The team are regularly involved in high-profile, cross-jurisdictional work across the infrastructure, transport and energy sectors.

As a Senior Associate, you will play a vital role in this close-knit team, by supporting the development of junior lawyers and cementing client relationships. With support from respected partners, you can expect the platform to develop your leadership and commercial skills, a real opportunity to become an all-around lawyer and partner-in-making.

You can expect an attractive remuneration package, genuine flexibility in a supportive environment, and a clear scope for partnership in a short timeframe.

Requirements:

• As a guide, this opportunity would suit a construction lawyer with 6+ years of PQE
• Applications will be considered from Associates looking to take the step up to Senior Associate and those with a mixed cont/non-con background looking to specialise in contentious work
• Comfortable building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Have an interest in mentoring & supervising junior lawyers

What's on offer:

• Joining a Top 25 law firm and award-winning employer
• Flexible and hybrid working embedded in the company
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality and varied work
• First-rate career development opportunities
• Strong salary commensurate to experience
• Excellent benefits package and well-being considerations

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Jules Grieve at 0131 460 7747 or jules@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.