Associate​/Senior Associate-Contentious Construction

Reference: /Senior Associate
- Contentious Construction
- Bristol - 4+ years PQE

Location:

Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time Salary: 75,000 to 105,000 + Benefits A leading UK law firm is seeking a talented Contentious Construction Associate or Senior Associate to join its Real Estate division in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value disputes and advisory matters within a nationally recognised construction team.

The Role

This role offers a varied and intellectually engaging caseload focused on construction disputes and risk management.

Responsibilities include:

Advising on adjudication, arbitration, litigation, and dispute avoidance strategies

Acting for developers, contractors, consultants, and insurers across commercial and public sectors

Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence in contentious matters

Providing strategic advice on contract interpretation and project risk Collaborating with colleagues across Real Estate, Planning, and Corporate teams

Supporting business development and contributing to thought leadership

Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team growth

Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a construction disputes specialist with:4+ years PQE in contentious construction law, ideally from a national or regional firm Strong experience in adjudication, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution

Excellent drafting, advocacy, and negotiation skills

Confidence in client-facing work and relationship buildingA proactive, commercial mindset and collaborative approach

Enthusiasm for business development and sector engagement

Working Arrangements This role supports hybrid working, with flexibility to work from home and attend the Bristol office regularly.

Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

Minimum 25 days holiday (plus option to buy up to 5 extra days)
Discretionary bonus scheme

Generous pension and life assurance

Private medical insurance and biennial health assessments

Cycle to work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme Inclusive culture with employee-led networks and wellbeing initiatives

Structured learning, development, and promotion pathways

Commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:ð§ ð  / ð Olivia Reed | Linked In Chadwick  Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.
* 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.*