Construction Lawyer

Lipson Lloyd-Jones; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Thames Valley firm seeks an ambitious Construction Solicitor to enhance their non-contentious services. This role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for business development. Candidates must have solid experience in construction law, particularly with major contract forms. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• 4-6 PQE in non-contentious construction work required.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Proven experience in managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Join a team to grow the firm's non-contentious construction services.
• Contribute to business development activities.
• Handle some contentious work as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of JCT contracts

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Knowledge of FIDIC contracts

Client relationship management

Education

4-6 PQE in non-contentious construction law

Job description

THE FIRM

A full service Thames Valley firm

THE ROLE

An excellent opportunity for an ambitious Construction Solicitor to join a forward-thinking and supportive team to help grow the firm's non-contentious construction services.

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate will have 4-6PQE in non-contentious construction work.

You will need excellent knowledge of all major standard form contracts, particularly JCT, NEC, FIDIC and experience of drafting and negotiating bespoke amendments.

You will also be expected to contribute to business development activities, so proven experience in managing client relationships is essential.

Experience gained within an established construction practice is required.

Although the role is primarily non-contentious, it will involve some contentious work, so prior experience in contentious matters is necessary.

This opportunity is on a full-time basis with hybrid working arrangements on offer.

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.