Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
We are seeking a Lawyer with experience in international arbitration and construction disputes to join our growing office in Singapore, working directly with the Partner on a range of construction matters, both contentious and non-contentious, as well as international arbitration cases.
The role will involve advising clients on complex international construction matters, from contract negotiation and project execution to claims and resolution strategies. You will also have the opportunity to manage and act on international arbitration matters seated in Singapore and across the wider Asia-Pacific region, working on high-profile disputes involving major infrastructure, energy, and construction projects.
THE TEAM

• Based in Singapore, our office acts as a central hub for Addleshaw Goddard's Asia-Pacific operations.
• Our team delivers legal services across a range of sectors, including construction, energy, infrastructure, financial services, and technology.
• The office advises both international clients operating in Asia and Asian clients with global interests.
• The Singapore office is ideally positioned to advise on cross-border transactions and regional projects, offering specialist expertise in corporate, commercial, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS ROLE

• Work directly with the Partner on a broad range of construction matters, both contentious and non-contentious.
• Advise clients on complex international construction projects, covering all stages of the project lifecycle - from contract negotiation and project execution to claims management and dispute resolution.
• Act on high-value international arbitration matters seated in Singapore and across the wider Asia-Pacific region, including disputes in the infrastructure, energy, and construction sectors.
• Support clients in dispute avoidance and risk management, providing strategic advice to mitigate potential project issues before they escalate.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Addleshaw Goddard's global network, gaining exposure to cross-border disputes and international clients.

YOUR AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

• Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 2+ years' post-qualification experience (PQE), ideally as a construction and engineering specialist within an international law firm.
• Solid experience in construction disputes and international arbitration, including acting for clients in onshore and offshore projects and across multiple jurisdictions.
• Exposure to infrastructure, energy, and large-scale project work, with an understanding of both contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Strong ability to support and coordinate complex matters, collaborating effectively with fee earners across other disciplines and offices.
• Willingness to contribute to the growth and development of the group, including supporting training, maintaining precedents, and enhancing internal know-how.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional client service and maintaining trusted relationships with clients at all levels.

OUR FIRM
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are valued, encouraged, and challenged to fulfil your potential in a supportive and collegiate environment. Our culture of improvement, growth and collaboration delivers results, drives innovation, and rewards ambition.
We not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into our clients and what really matters to them and as such we are natural choice for FTSE100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.
Our success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives. We have a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss the differences that make us who we are and celebrate this at AG.
OUR APPROACH: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE
Everything we've accomplished can be traced back to our people and the way we work. Our reputation is something we are proud of, and constantly invest in.
Here, you'll do high calibre work, with high-character colleagues who care for one another and our clients.
Are you up for the challenge?

Skills Required