All Locations
Dublin
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term Contract
Legal

About the Role

Senior Associate 
Dublin
Hybrid - around 1 day per week
Fixed Term - 9 Months 

People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

About the team

HF’s Construction & Procurement Team specialise in providing advice and representation on construction disputes and procurement law matters.  We advise main contractors, sub-contractors, public bodies and private sector clients in relation to all aspects of construction and engineering contracts, claims and disputes.  To achieve this at a high standard, our team have construction and/or legal expertise, qualifications and experience.

The department also provides public sector procurement services, this will be an integral part of the Senior Associate position.  Our services encompass assisting public bodies in procuring goods and services legally and cost effectively; assisting suppliers in successfully tendering; and in challenging unlawful procurement processes.

Our people pride themselves on making an impact through providing an excellent, results and solutions focussed service to our clients.

What you'll be doing:

  • Confidently engaging with clients, on the phone and at face-to-face meetings.
  • Completing work for clients to a high quality, in a timely manner.
  • Confidently handling a range of construction and procurement law matters, providing sound advice to clients.
  • Producing letters, legal documents, tender documentation and contracts to a high standard.
  • Delivering seminars on construction law and procurement topics.
  • Designing and delivering formal ‘in-house’ training for clients.
  • Dealing with negotiation and opposition representation.
  • Demonstrating leadership skills.
  • Actively participating in networking and business development work.
What do I need? 
 
  •  Detailed knowledge of the commercial, legal and policy aspects of the construction industry and/or public procurement.
  • A strong academic background in a construction/legal related field.
  • An excellent track record in your primary discipline with supporting references.
  • A sound commercial knowledge and keen interest in the legal aspects of the construction industry.
  • An ability to manage Junior members of the team.
  • An ability to meet deadlines efficiently and to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues at every stage; and
  • A strong desire to develop a career with an ambitious firm.
  • Experience in successfully winning new clients through business development activity.

What’s in it for you?
Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

You’ll enjoy:

  • 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
  • Life Insurance & Income Protection
  • Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
  • Pension Scheme
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
  • Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
  • Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
  • Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!


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