Job Description

Construction Dispute Resolution Lawyer (6+ years PQE)

Location: London

Join our Top-tier Construction Disputes Team

Are you ready to work with some of the world’s most influential names in construction, energy and infrastructure? Join our top ranked Construction Disputes team, recognised internationally for unrivalled expertise, landmark disputes and industry-shaping advisory work.

For more than 40 years, Pinsent Masons has been consistently recognised as the world’s leading law firm for construction, energy and infrastructure projects. With 100+ Partners and nearly 450 specialist lawyers worldwide, our experience, international reach and technical excellence are unparalleled.

This is an exceptional opportunity to handle high profile contentious matters across the UK and internationally, with a market-leading team renowned for excellence, collaboration and innovation.

Why This Role?

• Best quality work: Work on high-value, complex matters spanning the full project lifecycle - from project inception and risk strategy to live project problem‑solving, dispute avoidance and complex formal dispute resolution including adjudication, arbitration, litigation, mediation and other forms of ADR.
• World-class clients: Our clients include the biggest players in construction, energy and infrastructure, alongside governments, funders and major investors. We’ve supported thousands of landmark projects across transport, tunnelling, mining, social and commercial infrastructure, and have deep experience across the entire energy spectrum, from oil and gas and nuclear to renewables and emerging low‑carbon technologies.
• Global exposure and diverse sector work: Collaborate with colleagues across the UK and our international network and gain experience across the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors and more.
• Meaningful responsibility and impact: Work closely with partners recognised as leaders in their field, gaining responsibility, helping to shape disputes strategies, and building strong, long-term client relationships with clients.
• Outstanding development and career progression Grow your expertise through our award‑winning Academy programmes, market-leading training, and secondment opportunities with clients and across our UK and international offices, giving you direct exposure to client operations and project delivery teams

What We’re Looking For:

A qualified lawyer with 6+ years’ PQE, with strong experience in construction and engineering disputes and advisory work.

The ideal candidate will be technically excellent, commercially minded, and solutions‑focused, with strong client facing skills supported by excellent communication and organisational skills.

The successful candidate will also be a proactive team player who collaborates effectively within a high‑performing team.

Why Pinsent Masons?

• Top-tier reputation: A Global 100 law firm, recognised as Global Construction Law Firm of the Year for 18 consecutive years. Go to www.pinsentmasons.com/accolades to view all our global awards and nominations.

  Pinsent Masons has a formidable construction practice with market-leading capabilities in domestic disputes, complemented by a strong presence in non-contentious matters and international arbitrations. The team is regularly instructed to assist with contract negotiation and dispute avoidance across the UK and in a variety of other jurisdictions. It is particularly active on significant infrastructure projects and on the construction aspects of energy schemes, including oil and gas, renewable and nuclear power developments. This team primarily acts for significant contractor clients, along with project sponsors and lenders.

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• Exceptional training & development: We invest in your growth through best‑in‑class training, our Academy personal development programmes, clear career progression pathways and opportunities to specialise and excel.
• Responsibility: Build rewarding and sustainable client relationships with support from partners committed to your long-term development.
• Supportive and collaborative culture: Work with a team that values openness, teamwork and shared success.
• Innovative and commercial work: Be part of a team known for practical, creative solutions to complex transactions.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a driven disputes lawyer looking to join the world’s leading construction practice, we’d love to hear from you.

Have questions? Get in touch and we’re happy to talk through the role, team and opportunities.

Apply now via our careers site and take the next step in your career!

Contact:
Johenn Choi, Talent Acquisition Advisor

Johenn.Choi@pinsentmasons.com
www.linkedin.com/in/johenn-choi

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