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27 July 2026
Trowers & HamlinsNational

Senior Associate - Construction Disputes

Exeter8+ yearsLitigationConstruction
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Role posted 27 July 2026Last updated 2 hours ago
Key requirements
Qualified solicitor with 8+ years' experience in contentious construction Experience of all forms of dispute resolution including litigation arbitration (domestic or international) and adjudication An understanding of the Building Safety Act and the implications for the construction sector Experience of working for large high profile developers whether private or social

The role

We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our national contentious construction team. This role is for a qualified solicitor with at least 8 years of experience in handling UK contentious construction matters for a variety of clients, including developers and contractors.

What you'll do

  • Manage files in compliance with Lexcel procedures
  • Play an active role in business development and work to raise the firm's profile and help win new business
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues in other offices and other practice areas and travel as required
  • Initiate build and maintain effective client relationships

What we're looking for

Qualified solicitor with 8+ years' experience in contentious construction
Experience of all forms of dispute resolution including litigation arbitration (domestic or international) and adjudication
An understanding of the Building Safety Act and the implications for the construction sector
Experience of working for large high profile developers whether private or social
Knowledge and experience of working with the most prominent forms of standard form construction contracts in the UK being the JCT FIDIC and NEC
Demonstrable passion for business development
Proven ability to manage files and excellent time management
Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach
Experience of managing and supervising junior associates
Experience of complex high value defect disputes is desirable· nice to have
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Senior Associate - Construction Disputes
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