2PQE+ Construction Lawyer (Non-contentious) - Newcastle

ZipRecruiter; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the North East of England is seeking a qualified Construction Lawyer with at least 2 years of non-contentious experience. This role offers a chance to enhance business development skills while working on a diverse range of projects. The firm is recognized for its supportive culture and is one of the top employers in the region.

Qualifications

• Qualified Construction Lawyer with 2+ years non-contentious experience.
• Experience with NEC & JCT documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support junior team members and enhance business development skills.
• Deal with appointments, warranties, and guarantees.

Skills

Business Development

Job description

Job Description

One of the leading legal firms in the North East of England has an opportunity available for a qualified Construction Lawyer with 2 years or more non-contentious experience. This role has originated from a fantastic period of growth and an influx of work for the practice, with a strong pipeline of work on behalf of clients based both regionally, nationally, and overseas. Any candidate looking for the next step in their construction law career should consider applying.

This role is ideal for construction lawyers seeking to enhance their business development skills and who can support more junior members of the existing team.

Essential experience for applicants includes previous dealings with NEC & JCT documentation, appointments, collateral warranties, and cross-company guarantees and bonds. This role is not suitable for candidates looking to re-train in a different practice area or those who have mainly worked in contentious construction.

In addition to excellent work on behalf of a diverse client base, candidates can expect to join a practice known for its supportive culture and high achievers. The firm is frequently recognized in legal awards and is regarded as one of the North East region's top employers.