Junior Construction Lawyer - Investment House

• 2 – 5 Years’ PQE (UK Equivalent)
• Contentious and non-contentious experience essential
• Regional experience essential

Our long-standing client is a Dubai based investment company whose portfolio covers a wide range of sectors including leisure, retail and development.   A need has now arisen in this legal team for a junior front and back end construction lawyer to work closely with the current legal team.

The role will involve the various matters:

• To advise the Projects team on construction contract administration matters including issuance of notices under relevant construction or consultancy contracts
• Drafting and/or reviewing construction and other procurement contracts, notices or statements.
• Advising regarding contractor claims: claims for variations, extension of time, application of delay damages.
• Advising regarding insurance issues and claims against policies.
• Leading and assisting in arbitration matters
• Negotiation of contractual exit strategies, mitigation of damages, defending claims and devising action plans to implement settlements

To be considered for this role, the individual must have 2 - 5 years’ PQE (UK equivalent) of relevant construction experience focusing on contentious and non-contentious matters either within a leading law firm or a corporate. Previous regional experience is required for this position. Arabic language skills are not necessary. A good team player is required with a strong work ethic and commitment to the workplace.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Rob Webb at Pennell Hart. Unfortunately, if your experience does not meet the listed criteria your application will not be acknowledged.