Construction Litigation Associate

Construction Litigation Associate About the Role: An international law firm is seeking a talented and driven Construction Litigation Associate with 3+ PQE to join its London office. The successful candidate will work as part of a highly regarded specialist construction team, providing comprehensive legal solutions across a wide spectrum of construction projects, both domestic and international. Key Responsibilities: - Managing a caseload of contentious construction matters, including disputes under the Pre-action Protocol for Construction and Engineering Disputes. - Handling TCC litigation, mediation, adjudication, and ideally, arbitration. - Advising clients on a range of disputes involving payment issues, change, defects, termination, and professional negligence. - Applying a strong understanding of standard forms of construction contracts, including JCT and NEC. - Supporting clients such as property owners, developers, funders, contractors, sub-contractors, construction/design consultants, and insurers. - Taking responsibility for the conduct of cases, working closely with partners and clients to achieve successful outcomes. - Assisting with disputes related to insurance coverage issues. - Building and maintaining strong client relationships, providing clear and commercially focused advice. Candidate Profile: - Qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales with at least 3 years PQE in contentious construction law. - Previous experience working in a large firm with an established construction team is essential. - Practical experience of TCC litigation, mediation, and adjudication, with exposure to arbitration being advantageous. - Strong knowledge of the most popular standard forms of construction contracts. - Experience in handling disputes related to payment, change, defects, termination, and professional negligence. - Some experience in advising on insurance coverage issues is beneficial. - Excellent communication skills and a client-centric approach. - Proven ability to take responsibility for cases and work collaboratively within a team. The Opportunity: - The opportunity to work in a dynamic, internationally focused construction team dealing with high-profile, complex disputes. - A collaborative and inclusive working environment. - Opportunities for career progression and professional development. - A competitive salary and benefits package. How to Apply: If you are a Construction Litigation Associate with a strong background in contentious construction matters and a desire to work on international projects, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to Gishan Abeyratne at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.