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Construction Disputes Senior Associate / PartnerWilliam James Recruitment • City of London, London, United Kingdom
Construction Disputes Senior Associate / Partner

Construction Disputes Senior Associate / Partner

William James Recruitment • City of London, London, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Associate / Partner – Construction Disputes (London)


The Role


William James Recruitment is exclusively instructed by a specialist boutique construction law firm recruiting a Senior Associate or Partner-level Construction lawyer to join its London-based practice during an exciting next phase of growth.


The firm advises developers and contractors with £100m+ turnover, acting on a wide range of transactional and contentious construction matters across domestic projects. Work spans all major sectors, with a strong focus on JCT and NEC contracts and complex, business-critical disputes.


The practice is deliberately independent of the traditional City model. Rather than pursuing scale, rankings or leverage, it focuses on high-quality advice, long-term client relationships, and a balanced, sustainable way of working.


This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded construction practice where senior lawyers are trusted to take ownership of matters, shape the future of the team, and deliver bespoke, commercially focused advice.


The Work

You will advise on a full spectrum of construction and engineering matters, including:

  • Complex construction disputes, including adjudication, arbitration and litigation
  • Delay and disruption claims, defects disputes and non-payment matters
  • Professional negligence claims involving consultants and project teams
  • Strategic dispute avoidance, procurement and contract drafting advice


Disputes range from high-stakes, brand-sensitive matters to fast-moving adjudications, often involving significant commercial pressure, technical evidence and tight timeframes.


The Candidate

  • Senior Associate or Partner-level Construction lawyer
  • Strong experience across construction disputes and/or non-contentious project work
  • Deep familiarity with JCT and NEC standard form contracts
  • Technically excellent with a calm, pragmatic and commercial approach
  • Collaborative, culturally aligned and motivated by quality rather than volume


Culture & Platform

  • Boutique, senior-led model with minimal hierarchy
  • Collaborative, ego-free environment
  • Team-based billing expectations rather than individual targets
  • High levels of autonomy, trust and flexibility
  • A culture prioritising excellence, integrity and balance over billable-hour pressure


Why This Opportunity

  • Join a high-quality specialist construction practice with a growing market reputation
  • Work on complex, interesting construction disputes and projects
  • Genuine opportunity to shape the practice over the next 6–12 months
  • High-calibre clients, including major developers and contractors
  • A sustainable alternative to traditional City construction teams


Benefits & How to Apply

  • Highly competitive remuneration
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Senior-level autonomy and influence
  • Opportunity to be part of a growing, respected construction practice


Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.

Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant)

Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665

Mobile: 0794 405 5476

Email: alice.winter@williamjamesrecruitment.com

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