Construction (Non-Contentious) Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Guildford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading salary

Benefits package

Clear progression prospects

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor to join their Projects, Development, and Construction team. This role offers the chance to work on high-calibre projects with a hybrid work model. Candidates must have at least 6 years PQE and experience leading matters. The position provides a competitive salary (£90k-£120k) and clear progression opportunities, making it an exceptional opportunity within a respected practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years' PQE in non-contentious construction law is essential.
• Demonstrable experience leading complex matters.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients from project inception on construction matters.
• Shape procurement strategies and draft construction documentation.
• Negotiate terms for JCT, NEC, EPC/EPCM contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Procurement strategies

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

6+ years PQE in construction law

Job description

Job title: Construction (Non-Contentious) Solicitor
Location: Oxford or Guildford
Salary: £90k-£120k - depending on experience
PQE Level: 6+
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

My client, a UK Top 50 law firm, is seeking to appoint a senior non-contentious construction solicitor to its highly regarded Projects, Development, and Construction team. This represents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced practitioner seeking access to high‑calibre, complex work within a well‑established and expanding practice.

The team advises a broad client base including developers, investors, funders, contractors, consultants and public bodies across sectors such as real estate, housing and accommodation, regeneration, infrastructure, healthcare, energy and renewables. The role will involve advising from project inception, shaping procurement strategies, and drafting and negotiating a full suite of construction and development documentation, including JCT, NEC, EPC/EPCM and bespoke arrangements.

Applicants should ideally have a minimum of 6 years' PQE, demonstrable experience leading matters, and the ability to supervise and mentor junior lawyers. A following is not required. There is flexibility to be based in either Oxfordshire or Surrey, supported by a hybrid working model. With a market‑leading salary and benefits package, alongside clear progression prospects, this is a unique role with one of the finest teams in the Southeast.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within the Southeast in general, please do get in touch with Will Webster at Chadwick Nott:

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*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.*