Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

• Provide clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice on disputes across the business under appropriate supervision.
• Identify potential disputes at an early stage and assist in developing effective strategies for their management and resolution.
• Take ownership of lower-value and less complex claims, supervising trainees and paralegals where appropriate.
• Support senior lawyers in negotiations and settlement discussions, including preparing briefing papers and contributing to settlement strategy.
• Draft and review a wide range of legal documents, including correspondence, claims, responses, standstill agreements, settlement agreements and witness statements.
• Assist with the preparation of court, adjudication, arbitration and mediation materials.
• Attend and support dispute resolution proceedings, including negotiations, mediations, adjudications, arbitrations and litigation.
• Help manage external legal advisers by preparing instructions, reviewing advice and monitoring budgets.
• Coordinate and instruct expert witnesses and technical advisers throughout the lifecycle of disputes.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Legal, Finance, Insurance and the wider business to support effective dispute management.

Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

• Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A commercial mindset with the ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to work closely with colleagues across the business.

What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)

• Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
• Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
• Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
• Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus