SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years PQE
• Familiar with standard forms construction contract
• Sound technical ability
• Personable and confident
• Team player
• Comfortable giving presentations and training (with support)
• Practical and commercial
• Strong IT skills
• Enjoys networking and business development

WE NEVER SHY AWAY FROM A CHALLENGE

We are a leading, full-service UK law firm. Since our beginning, we have been led by the things that matter. We care about fighting for the right outcomes. Solving the seemingly unsolvable. Protecting businesses, individuals and livelihoods. Supporting our people, our communities. Safeguarding our planet. Looking for a way forward? At Hugh James, challenges – of all sizes – are readily accepted.

THE ROLE

The team are looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to support its growing pipeline of both contentious and non-contentious work.
You will work closely with the team’s partners and junior lawyers, while also having the opportunity to manage your own matters (with appropriate support), depending on your level of experience.
The ideal candidate will have experience with standard form contracts such as JCT and NEC, and will be confident navigating adjudication and litigation processes.
We are a collaborative, friendly, and ambitious team. We value not only delivering excellent advice to clients, but also fostering a supportive and enjoyable working environment. We are looking for a personable and commercially minded team player who can build strong relationships with colleagues and clients alike.
We offer genuine support for your development and career progression, whatever your PQE level. We also understand the importance of work-life balance and promote a hybrid working model tailored to individual and team needs.