A career in our Construction practice will provide you with the opportunity to be involved in a wide spectrum of work in all aspects of clients’ construction projects.  Our work encompasses the full range of non-contentious and contentious matters that span across both public and private sector projects.  Our team comprises highly professional and experienced construction lawyers.  The prospects of career development are promising for the right talent.

Responsibilities

As an Associate, you will work closely with the Partners leading the construction practice and as part of a team of lawyers with extensive industry experience, helping our clients to solve their complex construction issues.  Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide timely and high quality work for all aspects of client’s construction-related disputes
• Draft, review and negotiate a range of industry-specific contracts between the different parties involved in the construction project
• Advise on project risks
• Be involved in international arbitration work which will be more focused on commercial disputes

Requirements

• Hong Kong qualified solicitor with 1 to 3 years’ post qualification experience in construction and arbitration
• Experience (and professional qualifications) in the construction field and exposure to a variety of commercial disputes would be an advantage
• Those who do not have related experience but show an interest in construction work will also be considered
• Excellent level of both written and spoken English and Chinese.  Proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage but not essential
• A motivated, proactive individual who has the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Ability to work well both individually and in a team setting with strong communication skills and a high level of commercial awareness