A premier international law firm is seeking a talented Construction Disputes Associate (2–4 PQE) to join its market-leading practice in Hong Kong. Advising major developers, state-owned enterprises, and main contractors on high-profile infrastructure litigation and cross-border arbitration, this role offers tier-one contentious exposure, structured professional mentoring, and an attractive remuneration package.
about the company.
Our client is a distinguished global law firm renowned worldwide for its market-leading dispute resolution, construction, and infrastructure projects practice. Operating from an established international network across Asia-Pacific and beyond, the firm provides access to premier institutional resources, comprehensive career development, and an inclusive, high-performance culture committed to professional excellence.
about the team.
The Hong Kong construction disputes practice is recognized among the most formidable contentious engineering and infrastructure teams in the region. Led by celebrated industry-leading partners, the group acts as trusted counsel to premier developers, international contractors, and government entities navigating complex, high-stakes construction claims, domestic and international arbitrations, and regulatory inquiries.
about the job.
- Manage and run a diverse caseload of high-value contentious construction and infrastructure disputes across litigation, domestic and international arbitration, mediation, and adjudication.
- Draft court pleadings, arbitration submissions, witness statements, and detailed instructions to expert witnesses and external counsel under HKIAC, CIETAC, and ICC rules.
- Advise employers, main contractors, and joint ventures on dispute avoidance, delay and disruption claims, defective work liabilities, extension of time (EOT), and final account determinations.
- Review and interpret standard and bespoke construction forms, including NEC, FIDIC, and Hong Kong Government standard conditions.
- Liaise directly with corporate clients, project managers, technical experts, and tribunal members throughout proceedings.
skills & experience required.
- Hong Kong qualified solicitor with 2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in dispute resolution.
- Proven track record handling contentious construction, infrastructure disputes, or commercial arbitration within a reputable international or leading local private practice.
- Solid technical grounding in standard form construction contracts (e.g., NEC, FIDIC, HKIA) and dispute resolution procedures.
- Fluency in written and spoken Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) and English is essential to review project documentation and advise regional stakeholders.
- Strong legal drafting, analytical reasoning, case management, and interpersonal communication skills.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'Apply Now' or send your CV directly to Jamie.milne@randstad.com.hk.
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