Associate - Contentious Construction

Job Title:Contentious Construction Associate

Ready to take your career to the next level

Were one of the UKs most forwardthinking law firms built on a foundation of innovation collaboration and ambition. Join us and lets shape the future together.

*Note to agencies we are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not accepting applications from agencies.

The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Contentious Construction Associate
• Team: Energy Projects Infrastructure & Construction (EPIC)
• Locations: Bristol Exeter Plymouth Manchester or Southampton
• Working Pattern: Fulltime

Why this role matters: This is a unique opportunity to work on cuttingedge cases in the renewable energy sector as well as highprofile disputes involving commercial residential and infrastructure projects.

What youll do

In this role youll:

• Be a part of our Contentious Construction team who are featured in the inaugural Legal 500 Green Guide UK working on a range of construction and engineering disputes.
• Cover all aspects of risk management strategic advice and dispute resolution including adjudication litigation and other forms of ADR.
• Work closely with national and international clients on major disputes and dispute avoidance strategies.
• Engage with emerging issues and disputes in the rapidly evolving landscape of utilityscale battery storage and solar farm projects including financing issues catastrophic failure as well as delay and availability problems.

What were looking for

Were looking for a collaborative and driven professional who will thrive working within the EPIC team and across the firm more broadly with:

• 1 years PQE in a contentious construction or dispute resolution team.
• A proven ability to build strong client relationships and expand your network within the industry.
• Able to demonstrable an interest in one of our key sectors such as Energy & Infrastructure or Retail & Consumer.
• A shared passion for innovation collaboration achieving great things together.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey were committed to making a difference for our people our clients and society. Heres what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names thriving startups and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human entrepreneurial inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing including:

• Competitive salary and performancelinked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. mental health support gym memberships).
• A modern flexible working environment.

Ready to apply

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  • Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
  • Our team will review your application and be in touch whatever the outcome.
• Invited for interview
  • With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
  • Were here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments were more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview well contact you to discuss the themes well cover and answer any questions you might have.
  • If youd like to visit our offices ahead of time or need any further information just let us know

Lets make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.