Construction Disputes Lawyer - Bristol, United Kingdom - BCL Legal

BCL Legal
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Bristol, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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BCL Legal is delighted to be assisting a UK Top 100 Law Firm with the recruitment of a Contentious Construction Solicitor (5+ PQE) at the Senior Associate level to join its Construction Disputes team in Bristol.

This position has arisen due to significant growth over the past few years and a desire to further expand the firms highly regarded construction team.

This firm can offer a supportive, friendly and flexible working environment with a very sensible expectation in terms of working hours.


The role:


  • The firm is looking for a contentious construction solicitor to work on contentious construction dispute resolution and advisory work
  • You will be part of a team that advises a wide range of construction dispute matters, ranging from traditional final account/loss and expense type claims, to significant defect issues and PFI/projects disputes (PFI experience is desirable but not essential for the role).
  • You will work within your team providing quality service to clients in matters of construction and engineering disputes for a broad range of clients across a variety of sectors
  • The role will also involve a high degree of client contact and business development activity

Key responsibilities of the successful contentious construction solicitor:

  • Providing specialist advice in all aspects of building, construction and engineering disputes
  • The resolution of problems in construction law and the promotion of initiatives to this end
  • Advising clients on complex matters and risk management
  • Undertaking all dispute resolution procedures including court, arbitration and adjudication and other forms of ADR, including mediation and early neutral evaluation
  • Supporting other areas of the practice with your technical expertise when necessary

About you:


  • 5+ years' PQE in construction contentious or mixed backgrounds will be considered
  • Strong academic background
  • Excellent litigation skills and construction knowledge
  • Client centric approach
  • Strong technical knowledge

The offer:


  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • A genuinely caring and supportive working environment
  • An excellent development platform comes as part and parcel of this role
BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
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