Job Description
Contentious Construction Associate
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The Firm
William James Recruitment is instructed by a leading international law firm ranked highly across its practice areas in legal directories. The firm has a strong reputation across Construction, Real estate and Corporate. With an established presence in the UK and internationally, the firm is recognised for advising on complex, high-value projects and Construction disputes for a diverse client base across both public and private sectors.
The firm’s Construction, Engineering & Projects team is a cornerstone of its practice and is widely regarded for its technical expertise and commercial approach. The team delivers a full-service offering, advising clients from project inception and procurement through to dispute avoidance and resolution.
Clients include major developers, contractors, consultants, investors and government bodies, with particular strength in real estate development, infrastructure and regeneration. The team is also at the forefront of advising on building safety and fire-related disputes, an area of continued growth.
The firm fosters a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing culture, with a strong emphasis on career development, knowledge sharing and sustainable growth. ESG principles are embedded at the core of the firm’s strategy and operations.
The Role
Due to continued growth, the firm is seeking an Associate to join its London-based contentious construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad mix of high-quality disputes while also gaining exposure to advisory and dispute avoidance work.
You will work closely with experienced partners and colleagues across the firm’s national platform, benefiting from strong mentorship while taking on meaningful responsibility and client contact from an early stage. You will advise on a wide range of construction and engineering matters, including:
The Candidate
Experience in fire safety or building defects disputes would be beneficial but is not essential. xwwtmva
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Benefits & How to Apply
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