Construction Lawyer - 12 month FTC

MAP Legal Recruitment; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Litigation Lawyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract, which may lead to a permanent position. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of post-qualification experience in contentious construction and strong technical expertise across construction disputes. The role offers flexibility to work fully remotely or from one of the firm's offices, competitive remuneration, and exposure to sophisticated, high-quality work.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Flexibility to work fully remotely or office-based

Exposure to sophisticated, high-quality work

High-profile role within a renowned practice

12-month contract likely to become permanent

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ PQE in contentious construction
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with wider teams

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, high-value disputes in construction law
• Work on adjudications, litigation, arbitration, and risk management matters

Skills

Strong technical expertise across construction disputes

Excellent communication and client-handling skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Senior Construction Litigation Lawyer – 12-Month FTC

Office-based or Fully Remote (UK)

MAP Legal is supporting a highly regarded national law firm in their search for an experienced Senior Construction Litigation Lawyer to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This opportunity sits within a market-leading contentious construction practice handling complex, high-value disputes. The successful candidate will work alongside recognised specialists on a broad mix of adjudications, litigation, arbitration, and risk management matters for an impressive client base across the built environment sector.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• 8+ years’ PQE in contentious construction
• Strong technical expertise across construction disputes
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with wider teamsExcellent communication and client-handling skills

What’s on Offer

• A high-profile role within a renowned practice
• Flexibility to work fully remotely or from one of the firm’s offices
• Competitive remuneration
• Exposure to sophisticated, high-quality work
• 12 month contract highly likely to become permanent

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned construction disputes specialist seeking a contract role with flexibility and top-tier work.

To apply or request a confidential discussion, please contact MAP Legal.