Construction Disputes Senior Associate

  • Michael Page Legal
  • Mar 09, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Dispute Resolution Lawyer (5PQE+) to join its highly respected London team.

Client Details

The firm's Construction Disputes team has a long-established reputation for excellence, advising on landmark projects and contentious matters both in the UK and internationally. The successful candidate will handle sophisticated disputes work and advisory matters across the full project lifecycle, including adjudication, arbitration, litigation, mediation and other forms of dispute resolution.

They will work closely with market-leading partners, take on significant responsibility, and play a key role in shaping dispute strategies and strengthening client relationships.

Description

  • Acting on complex construction and engineering disputes, domestically and internationally
  • Advising clients across the project lifecycle, including risk strategy, live project problem-solving and dispute avoidance
  • Leading on formal dispute resolution processes (adjudication, arbitration, litigation, mediation)
  • Collaborating with colleagues across UK and international offices
  • Building long-term client relationships and contributing to business development
  • Supporting strategic advisory work relating to major construction, infrastructure and energy projects

Profile

The ideal candidate will be:

  • A qualified lawyer with 6+ years' PQE
  • Experienced in construction and engineering disputes
  • Technically strong, commercially minded and solutions-focused
  • An effective communicator with excellent organisational skills
  • A proactive team player who thrives in a high-performing environment

Job Offer

  • High-quality, complex and international work
  • Exposure to major construction and energy projects
  • Direct client contact and meaningful responsibility from day one
  • Outstanding training and career development support
  • Collaborative, supportive and ambitious team culture