A highly regarded national contentious construction practice is seeking a talented Senior Associate to join its growing team. The role offers high-quality work across a broad range of complex, high-profile construction and engineering projects, advising developers, contractors, consultants, funders, investors and public sector bodies.

You will act on issues arising from some of the UK's most significant development, regeneration, infrastructure and energy projects. The work spans dispute avoidance, project risk management and strategic project advice, alongside adjudication, litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution when disputes arise. You will gain early responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to help shape and grow the firm's advisory and disputes offering.

You will work closely with colleagues across construction, real estate, energy and infrastructure, corporate and restructuring teams, supporting integrated client solutions and business development. The role also involves supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. The firm offers a collaborative, supportive culture with flexible hybrid working.

Qualified solicitor with 3+ years' PQE gained within a recognised contentious construction practice
Strong experience advising on construction and engineering disputes
Experience of adjudication, litigation and/or arbitration processes
Excellent technical, analytical and drafting skills, with strong commercial awareness
Ability to manage matters and workstreams independently
Strong relationship-building skills and commitment to client service excellence
Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers
Collaborative approach and enthusiasm for business development
Desirable: experience on major development, regeneration, infrastructure or energy disputes; familiarity with professional negligence, defects, delay, disruption and final account disputes

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