Partner / Senior Associate (Construction / Hybrid)

Overview

Our client, an established law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate or Partner with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join its team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on construction-related matters, including construction contracts, contractual claims and project disputes.
• Handle construction adjudication, arbitration, litigation and other dispute resolution proceedings.
• Draft, review and advise on construction contracts, consultancy agreements and related legal documentation.
• Provide legal advice on contractual risks, project execution and dispute resolution strategies.
• Manage client relationships and work closely with clients and other stakeholders.
• For Partner-level candidates, drive business development, develop client relationships and contribute to the growth of the Construction Practice.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of PQE in construction law, particularly construction disputes, adjudication, arbitration and/or litigation.
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently and deliver practical, commercially focused legal advice.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Candidates with an established client following or proven business development capabilities will have an added advantage for Partner-level consideration.

PeopleLAKE is a full-service HR solution company providing Recruitment, HR Outsourcing, and Corporate Training. eLawyer Recruitment is part of PeopleLAKE Group. Visit us on https://peoplelake.asia/ follow us on https://www.linkedin.com/company/peoplelakegroup/ to get updates on latest job opportunities or for legal jobs visit on https://elawyer.com.my/ and follow us on https://www.linkedin.com/company/agensi-pekerjaan-els-sdn-bhd/

If you are in a career cross-road and would want to have a confidential chat with our legal career consultant, OR want to know more about our legal recruitment service, please email our Vivian at vivian.lai@peoplelake.asia or WhatsApp 012 217 9771 for more info.