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Research Assistant In Construction Law And Dispute Resolution

£35,256 - £35,256
London - Central
Temporary / Interim
 

Job Description

The Centre of Construction Law & Dispute Resolution at The Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London is a world-leading academic centre focusing on research and teaching in the area of construction law. The Centre is looking for a Research Assistant that will work on projects in the area of construction dispute resolution including international arbitration, construction adjudication and other methods of ADR. The Research Assistant will also work on non-contentious construction law and will assist with administrative tasks such as the organisation of events.



The Research Assistant is intended to start in September 2024 and work full-time for an initial period of six months, with the possibility of extension depending on the workload and profile of the candidate.



The prospective Research Assistant will:




  • Conduct legal research in the area of construction dispute resolution;

  • Draft literature reviews that will form the basis for further research and funding applications;

  • Assist with drafting publications, keeping track of any formal requirements and deadlines;

  • Conduct editorial work in compliance with the necessary house styles;

  • Liaise with project stakeholders;

  • Assist with other ad hoc tasks as needed at the Centre.




Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in law, completed with an outstanding academic result (First Class or equivalent, if abroad);





Skills

 




  • Undergraduate degree in law, completed with an outstanding academic result (First Class or equivalent, if abroad);

  • Interest in construction law and/or commercial dispute resolution including litigation, international arbitration and ADR;

  • Strong legal research experience;

  • Strong English language communication skills;

  • Ability to multi-task and work well independently;

  • Ability to balance competing priorities under pressure of deadlines and workload;

  • Experience in project, or event planning and implementation;

  • Work experience or education relevant to the Centre projects, such as an LLM or other postgraduate degree, would be an advantage.

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Skills

Candidate Criteria:

  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
  • Experience of delivering project support. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to draft documents and correspondence.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders. 
  • Ability to complete tasks whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities under pressure.
  • Ability to resolve problems using own initiative and seek support when appropriate.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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