Sr Associate / Legal Director - Construction Disputes - Bristol

Reference: HSJ921958609_1789113728Senior Associate / Legal Director - Construction Disputes - BristolAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction Lawyer to join a highly regarded Construction & Engineering team in Bristol.This role sits within a Top 50 UK law firm with a strong national presence, multiple offices across the UK and an excellent reputation in both the Legal 500 and Chambers rankings. The firm is known for handling high-quality, complex work, investing heavily in its people and offering a genuinely collaborative culture.Working as part of a specialist construction team, you'll advise an impressive client base across both the public and private sectors, including developers, contractors, funders, local authorities, NHS Trusts, education providers and consultants.The RoleYou'll play a key role in a busy and growing contentious construction practice, advising clients on:Adjudication, litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolutionConstruction and engineering disputes across a range of sectorsProject-related risk management and dispute avoidanceBusiness development, networking and client relationship managementMentoring and developing junior lawyersContributing to the continued growth and success of the teamThis is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Associate seeking the next step or an established Legal Director looking to join a high-performing national practice.Candidate RequirementsSignificant experience handling contentious construction mattersStrong knowledge of JCT and NEC contractsExperience of adjudication, litigation and/or arbitrationUnderstanding of ADR and dispute resolution strategiesStrong client relationship and business development skillsExperience mentoring or supervising junior team membersExcellent drafting, analytical and communication skillsWhy Join?Join a highly successful Top 50 UK law firm with a strong national reputationWork within a Legal 500 and Chambers-recognised Construction teamAccess high-quality, complex work for a diverse client base across the public and private sectorsClear progression opportunities supported by a structured career development frameworkStrong mentoring culture and genuine investment in professional developmentHybrid and flexible working arrangementsCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including bonus potential, private healthcare, enhanced pension, generous holiday entitlement and wider wellbeing benefitsFor more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.(t) 0117 917 1929(m) 07435 943574(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*