A well-regarded West End law firm is hiring a Senior Associate to support a busy pipeline of building safety and wider contentious construction work. This is a genuinely hands-on role in a close-knit team where senior associates are trusted to run matters, take real client ownership, and play a visible role in developing junior lawyers.What you''ll doLead and progress contentious construction matters with a particular focus on Building Safety-driven disputes.Handle a broad disputes toolkit (often including adjudication, alongside other formal dispute processes).Take day-to-day ownership of files: strategy, drafting, evidence, and client management.Stay close to market developments and case law and bring practical insight into live matters.Act as a team leader: mentoring juniors, sharing know-how, and helping maintain a high-performing culture.What you''ll needTypically 6-8 PQE in contentious construction (flexible where experience is strong).Credible exposure to Building Safety work (a genuine priority for the team).Strong technical fundamentals across construction disputes and confidence running files.A collaborative, team-first approach and the motivation to keep developing (this is not a "quiet 9-5" seat).UK practising rights (the team is open-minded on background, including common law qualifiers who can practise in the UK). The teamSmall, high-trust group with a strong office culture and real camaraderie.Senior associates are encouraged to be present and visible-both for ..... full job details .....