Construction Lawyer

Managing Associate - Contentious Construction (6+ PQE)

London, Elite International Firm

£130,000 plus benefits

If you’re a Contentious Construction lawyer ready to step into a more visible, influential role, this is exceptional opportunity. A top-tier international firm is looking to hire a Managing Associate (6+ PQE) into its London team offering the chance to lead on complex, high-value disputes while working directly with recognised leaders in this field.

This isn’t a support role. You’ll be front and centre running matters, shaping strategy, and building client relationships across major infrastructure, energy, and development disputes.

Key responsibilities include

• Genuine responsibility on headline disputes (adjudication, arbitration & litigation)
• Direct client access with leading developers, contractors, and funders
• A team known for being high-performing without the ego
• Clear runway for progression beyond Managing Associate

Requirements

• 6+ PQE with strong contentious construction experience
• Confidence running matters and owning client relationships
• Commercial mindset and the credibility to operate at senior level
• Career ideally demonstrating progression, loyalty and endeavour

The successful candidate will be joining a firm that combines top-quality work with a modern, collaborative culture, it is a place where senior lawyers are trusted, visible, and properly supported to progress. All applications are treated strictly confidential and are supported with absolute discretion.