Construction Lawyer - Contentious
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 26 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Bristol, Bristol, BS2 0PS |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4713303_1763550932 |
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Your new firm
This premier international firm is renowned for its expertise in construction and insurance disputes, advising many of the world's leading insurers and construction professionals on complex, high-value matters. With a strong presence in Bristol and seamless collaboration with London and global offices, the firm offers an exceptional platform for ambitious lawyers to work on cutting-edge disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
Your new role
Joining a market-leading construction disputes team, you will handle a diverse range of contentious matters including litigation, adjudication, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution processes. You will advise on policy coverage disputes and underlying construction disputes, acting for and against construction professionals, employers, and contractors on major transport, energy, engineering, and infrastructure projects in the UK and internationally.You will work closely with specialists across the firm, including non-contentious construction and real estate teams, to provide holistic advice on professional risk issues and regulatory changes impacting the construction and insurance sectors. You can expect involvement with a variety of standard construction contracts and procedures, as well as participation in dispute resolution processes through courts and arbitration forums, both in the UK and internationally.
What you'll need to succeed
You should ideally have experience in handling construction disputes within a reputable legal environment, with a good understanding of key industry contracts and procedures. Familiarity with adjudication and litigation processes is important, and exposure to arbitration or international matters would be beneficial. Strong analytical skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team are essential. A client-focused approach and willingness to contribute to business development activities will help you succeed in this role. Additional sector-specific experience, such as fire safety, would be advantageous but is not essential.
What you'll get in return
You will join a dynamic and collaborative team within a globally recognised firm, enjoying exposure to high-profile, complex disputes and international work. The firm offers a competitive salary and bonus scheme, private medical insurance, pension contributions, and access to a global skills academy for professional development.With a hybrid working model (minimum three days in-office) and a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and career progression, this is an outstanding opportunity for a talented lawyer seeking to advance their career in construction disputes.
What you need to do now
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