AI & Emerging technologies

Associate Director (Quantum)

North Gate Executive Search

London · Greater London · United Kingdom

Overview

In this role, you will lead and support quantum-related expert witness work within a renowned disputes practice. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse quantum claims on major projects in international and domestic arbitration, while helping to develop the quantum team and the firm. The position offers a development path toward leadership and expert witness recognition, within a collaborative, client‑facing environment. You will contribute to business growth and mentor colleagues, shaping how the firm delivers high-value dispute resolution services.

Pay / Benefits
  • bonus
  • pension
  • benefits
Responsibilities
  • Undertaking expert witness work as the named expert or assisting other named experts in arbitration
  • Forensic quantum analysis of claims and contentious issues on major projects
  • Collaborating in teams to advise high-profile clients on large, complex disputes
  • Contributing to business development and promoting the company
  • Mentoring and developing team members to reach their potential
  • Fostering a dynamic and loyal team environment
Key requirements
  • Degree qualified; additional construction law qualifications/affiliations desirable
  • MRICS or MCIArb qualification desirable
  • Experience as supporting or named expert witness, or aspiration to be an expert
  • 2+ years of experience as a quantum dispute consultant
  • 5+ years of construction-related industry/site experience desirable
  • Strong knowledge of quantity surveying and construction cost management
  • Broad experience across diverse construction/engineering projects
  • Excellent written communication and presentation skills
  • Critical thinker
  • Attention to detail
  • Good problem solving
  • Forensic quantum analysis
  • Expert witness work (arbitration)
  • Construction cost management

Reference: WJ-747_31176047 · Posted 01 Nov 2026

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