Associate Director (Quantum)

Associate Director (Quantum) - Construction Disputes & Expert Witness

Location: Central London

Sector: Commercial, Construction Type: Permanent

Contact: Matthew Clegg

Job Published: 1 day ago

Salary: £90,000 - £110,000 + Package

I'm working exclusively with a leading construction disputes and expert witness consultancy in London's West End as they continue to expand their senior leadership team. With a rapidly growing pipeline of commissions across both the building and infrastructure sectors, they are now seeking an accomplished Associate Director to play a key role in the delivery and management of complex dispute and expert advisory assignments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high calibre consultancy renowned for its depth of expertise, analytical rigour, and reputation for delivering successful outcomes for their clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage expert witness commissions across quantum, delay, or technical disciplines (aligned with your expertise).


• Oversee the preparation of expert reports, statements, and evidence for dispute resolution processes.


• Provide strategic advice on claims, contract matters, and dispute avoidance.


• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development and repeat work.


• Review and direct the work of Consultants and Senior Consultants, ensuring high-quality analysis and reporting.


• Play a key role in practice growth, supporting internal development and mentoring junior team members.


• Engage directly with solicitors, counsel, contractors, and clients on complex matters.

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in construction disputes, expert witness, claims, or advisory services from a Quantum background.


• Experience delivering (or significantly contributing to) expert reports for arbitration, litigation, or adjudication.


• Excellent analytical, written, and forensic skills.


• Proven ability to manage clients, commissions, and internal teams.


• Ideally MSc in Construction Law or a related postgraduate qualification (or equivalent experience).


• A commercially astute, detail-driven professional with the confidence to lead complex commissions.

What's on Offer

• Starting salary of £90,000 - £110,000 (DOE).


• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.


• Payment of professional fees.


• Generous bonus based on individual and company performance.


• Opportunity to shape the growth of a rapidly expanding consultancy.


• High-profile work across UK and international disputes.


• Direct mentorship from leading industry experts.


• Clear progression pathway towards Director level.

If you're an experienced disputes professional ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role, for a business that has seen rapid growth in recent years then contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion on .

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