Senior Associate /Director - Construction - Dispute Resolution - Glasgow
We have an opportunity for an ambitious Senior Associate or Director, ideally at least 5 years PQE, to join our specialist Construction dispute resolution team in our Glasgow office.
The Role
Anderson Strathern is a recognised leader in construction and infrastructure law and this is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-value disputes. Our ideal candidate will have a solid construction claims background including experience advising on construction disputes, including payment and delay, and defects claims; and experience representing clients in formal dispute resolution procedures (e.g. Court, Adjudication and Arbitration).
You will be responsible for:
- Acting on behalf of clients in the resolution of contentious issues, including conducting Adjudications, cases in the Sheriff Court, Court of Session, and through alternative dispute resolution methods.
- Taking statements, attending consultations, drafting pleadings, instructing expert witnesses
- Providing clear practical and commercial advice to clients
- Actively participating in business development opportunities
- Generating work through your reputation and contacts
- Working collaboratively and flexibly with other team members
What you will need to succeed:
- A minimum 5+ years PQE in the relevant field, strong interpersonal skills and a track record of delivering positive results.
- Experience in contentious construction matters (adjudication, litigation, arbitration)
- Familiar with standard form construction contracts
- Commercially astute, client-focused and confident managing caseloads
- A strong communicator with a proactive solutions-driven approach
What you will get in return
- High-profile work with leading clients in construction & infrastructure
- A supportive and collaborative team culture and work environment
- Ongoing career development and progression opportunities
- A competitive salary and benefits package
Anderson Strathern is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and to the development of a diverse workforce.
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