Construction Associate Solicitor

SaccoMann; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is looking for a junior Associate to join their Construction Team in Birmingham City Centre. This role involves providing legal advice on non-contentious construction projects and contributing to business growth in a collaborative environment. The firm offers competitive salaries, hybrid working options, and strong support for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working options

Career progression and ongoing training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in non-contentious construction law.
• Strong client service approach.
• Ability to explain complex issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Providing specialist legal advice on non-contentious construction matters.
• Navigating complex regulations.
• Managing workloads effectively.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you a junior solicitor with experience in non-contentious construction law looking to advance your career?

A well-established UK & Ireland law firm with a strong reputation for social and environmental impact is seeking an Associate to join their growing Construction Team based in Birmingham City Centre.

About the Firm

• A forward-thinking firm with offices across the UK and Ireland, known for delivering high-quality legal services across multiple sectors including construction, real estate, energy, and financial services.
• Committed to diversity, inclusion, wellbeing, and flexible working to support a balanced and fulfilling career.
• Provides excellent personal and professional development opportunities within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Role
As an Associate in the Construction Team, you will work on a variety of national and international non-contentious construction and engineering projects. You will support existing workflows and contribute to growing the team's business, collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing specialist, cost-effective legal advice on non-contentious construction matters
• Navigating complex regulations and delivering clear guidance to clients
• Supporting other practice areas, such as professional indemnity, when needed
• Contributing to marketing initiatives including seminars, articles, and workshops
• Managing your workload efficiently, demonstrating commercial awareness and problem-solving skills

Job Requirements

• Experience in non-contentious construction law
• Strong commercial awareness and practical approach to client service
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues clearly
• Highly organised with attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines
• Willingness to participate in client and industry networking events

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Career progression and ongoing training opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment

If you would be interested in knowing more about this Birmingham City Centre based Construction Associate Solicitor role, please contact Jenny Vickerstaff on 0161 831 6866 or email [e-mail]