Associate – Construction – Cardiff – 2+ Years PQE – Cardiff

Chadwick Nott; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced parental leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Construction Associate for a respected Cardiff law firm. You will manage a broad range of contentious construction disputes and may undertake non-contentious advisory work if of interest.

The role offers hybrid flexibility and the opportunity to work on high-calibre national and international matters. Qualified solicitors with 2+ years PQE in construction disputes or commercial litigation and strong drafting, analytical and client-management skills are invited to

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in construction disputes or commercial litigation
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem solving skills
• Confident handling contentious matters independently
• Proactive, team focused approach
• Interest in business development and client exposure

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious construction, building and engineering disputes
• Advising clients on practical, cost-effective solutions across dispute resolution stages
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and key legal documents
• Handling complex regulatory and procedural issues with attention to detail
• Supporting other practice areas including professional indemnity matters
• Contributing to business development through seminars, articles and client events
• Working collaboratively across disciplines to deliver high quality advice

Job description

Associate – Construction – Cardiff – 2+ Years PQE Location: Cardiff Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility) Salary: £60,000 to £85,000 (DOE)

A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Construction Associate to join its respected Cardiff team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of construction disputes, with scope to take on non contentious and advisory work if of interest. You’ll be joining a supportive, ambitious team with access to high quality national and international work.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious construction, building and engineering disputes
• Advising clients on practical, cost effective solutions across all stages of dispute resolution
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and key legal documents
• Handling complex regulatory and procedural issues with strong attention to detail
• Supporting other practice areas where relevant, including professional indemnity matters
• Contributing to business development through seminars, articles and client events
• Working collaboratively across disciplines to deliver high quality advice

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 2+ years PQE in construction disputes or commercial litigation with an interest in construction
• Strong technical ability and willingness to develop specialist construction expertise
• Excellent drafting, analytical and problem solving skills
• Confidence managing contentious matters independently
• Strong communication and client handling skills
• A proactive, team focused approach
• Interest in business development and raising the profile of the team

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and performance based bonus
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Private medical insurance
• Pension contributions
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives
• Enhanced parental leave
• Supportive team culture with clear development pathways

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £60000 – £85000 per annum
Location: Cardiff,