Description
A prestigious law firm is seeking an Associate to join its Infrastructure, Construction, and Utilities Group, specifically focusing on contentious construction and dispute resolution. This firm is internationally recognized, with a strong presence in Dublin and other major cities, providing innovative legal services to a global clientele.
Role Overview
The Associate will play a key role in managing construction disputes, providing expert legal advice and strategic support to clients. This involves handling all stages of dispute resolution and offering comprehensive services in collaboration with other specialist teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent both domestic and international clients in the construction sector.
- Provide strategic advice on dispute resolution and avoidance.
- Draft legal documents such as advisories, submissions, and settlement agreements.
- Engage in business development activities, including speaking at industry events and networking.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Represent clients in various forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) including mediation, conciliation, expert determination, adjudication, and arbitration.
- Advise and represent clients in High Court and Commercial Court proceedings.
- Handle health and safety matters, including defense against enforcement actions.
Candidate Profile
Skills and Experience:
- 2-8 years of post-qualification experience with a focus on construction disputes.
- Strong academic background.
- Excellent analytical, technical, and drafting skills.
- High level of commercial and business awareness.
- Calm and measured approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Growth mindset open to feedback and adaptable to change.
Benefits
The firm offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression, alongside a competitive remuneration package and comprehensive benefits, including:
- Market-leading discretionary annual bonus scheme.
- 25 days of annual leave.
- Leading hybrid working policy.
- Immediate pension scheme.
- TaxSaver and Bike to Work scheme.
- Professional membership fees.
- Full gym and wellness programme.
- Healthcare coverage.
This role is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor to advance their career within a leading legal firm, contributing to complex and high-profile projects.
Morgan McKinley is acting as an Employment Agency and references to pay rates are indicative.
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