Construction Disputes Associate - Leading London Firm

Overview 

Hunters Legal is working with a Leading London Firm to recruit a Solicitor / Associate into its highly regarded Construction Disputes team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving and collaborative practice advising on complex, high-value construction disputes across a broad range of sectors.

The construction team is recognised within the legal directories for its expertise across both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. Working closely with the wider real estate group, the team advises clients throughout the entire construction lifecycle, from project inception and planning through to completion and dispute resolution.

Clients include developers, contractors, specialist subcontractors, asset managers, building owners and institutional investors across sectors including logistics, offices, retail, healthcare, biotech, hospitality, ports and data centres.

The disputes practice is particularly well known for its expertise in adjudication, Technology and Construction Court litigation, arbitration, ADR and Building Safety Act-related disputes.

The Role

The successful candidate will join a growing contentious construction practice and play an active role in managing complex disputes and supporting clients through commercially sensitive matters.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of contentious construction work, including:

• Adjudications
• Litigation in the Technology and Construction Court
• Arbitration proceedings
• Mediation and alternative dispute resolution
• Building Safety Act-related disputes
• Live project advisory and risk management support

Associates are encouraged to take ownership of aspects of matters, working closely with clients, counsel and technical experts to progress disputes efficiently and achieve commercial outcomes.

Examples of Recent Work

Recent matters handled by the team include:

• Negotiating a high-value settlement for a developer relating to a subcontractor package on a major residential development.
• Advising a private school in connection with a multi-party defects claim against a contractor and architect.
• Acting in complex multi-party Technology and Construction Court proceedings involving Building Safety Act issues.
• Advising on multiple adjudications arising from large-scale commercial developments.
• Acting for a hotel owner in relation to disputes connected with a luxury refurbishment project in Mayfair.
• Supporting developer clients with early-stage dispute strategy, risk management and live project advice on significant developments.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Delivering commercially focused legal advice on contentious construction matters.
• Drafting pre-action correspondence, adjudication submissions, pleadings and witness statements.
• Managing day-to-day client contact on active matters under appropriate supervision.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider real estate and disputes teams.
• Assisting with business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate is likely to have:

• Experience advising on contentious construction matters, although candidates with broader construction advisory experience looking to specialise will also be considered.
• A strong understanding of construction law and its commercial application.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client management abilities.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach.
• A strong academic background.
• The ability to think critically and provide practical legal solutions.

The Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious City-based team with an excellent reputation in the construction sector. The successful candidate will gain exposure to high-quality work, direct client contact and genuine opportunities for career progression within a collaborative environment.

The firm places significant emphasis on professional development, wellbeing and maintaining a positive and inclusive culture.

Benefits

The firm offers a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Life assurance and income protection
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and gym subsidies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional days

Diversity & Inclusion

The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.