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Associate Professor of Physics (Quantum Technology) in Oxford, UK

A Quantum Associate Director role within the project advisory and expert services division of one of the most reputable construction disputes consultancies operating in London and working on international cases and projects.

The consultancy delivers premier expert advisory services for major, high-value construction projects worldwide.

Renowned for their proactive and hands-on approach, their team of seasoned specialists helps clients navigate complex challenges across contract disputes, litigation support, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation.

Staffed by respected WWL-recognised experts, the firm is celebrated for its ability to resolve contractual issues and implement practical, risk-mitigating solutions that drive successful project outcomes.

This role offers high-level expert witness work, supporting clients through a broad spectrum of construction-related disputes.

It’s an outstanding opportunity for a visionary professional with deep expertise in construction claims and dispute resolution to make a meaningful impact and help shape success in a fast-paced, international market.

The employer will allow you to split your time between being based in their stylish and spacious office based in London, and from home.

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Assist senior colleagues and also the Quantum Expert Witness to provide highly analytical expert opinions with expert reports and joint statements for formal dispute resolution proceedings.
  • Assisting with drafting detailed and accurate reports including the cost and claims provided on major disputes.
  • Under guidance from your manager and other colleagues, assist the Quantum Expert Witness to conduct Quantum analysis.
  • Liaise with numerous parties both internally and externally to generate required information and documentation.
  • Partake in business development to grow your own client base.
Desired Skills and Experience
  • Extensive experience as the lead assistant to a Quantum Expert or at the stage ready to take own appointments
  • Proven career progression, showcasing excellence and a robust track record in construction disputes.
  • A background in Quantity Surveying, ideally for major reputable employees and large-scale projects.
  • Good contractual knowledge and ability to operate standard forms of contracts.
  • Experience with dispute resolution procedures, ideally arbitration.
  • Experience drafting sections of reports.
  • Ability to approach tasks methodically and analytically.
  • Incredibly meticulous and thorough in the work that you do.
  • A personable and professional manner.
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
  • Additional qualifications and professional memberships relating to construction law would be advantageous
Employing Company Overview and Profile

You will work as part of a team of quantum and delay construction disputes out of their London office.

Your team will be a small team within a larger, corporate multidisciplinary consultancy with numerous international offices located in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and North America.

The business has a very international feel to it, due to the fact they work on some of the largest and most reputable construction disputes in the World.

You will work alongside several industry-leading experts who are Who’s Who Legal (WWL) recommended.

For more information, please contact our specialist consultant.


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