Construction Partner – Contentious or Non-Con Background – Oxford

Chadwick Nott; Oxford; In loco; GBP 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

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Chadwick Nott seeks an accomplished Construction Partner for a leading Oxford law firm. This permanent, full-time role offers £90,000–£130,000+ DOE and a platform to lead and develop the construction practice in Oxfordshire and the South East.

You will drive strategic direction, develop client portfolios, mentor juniors, and collaborate across practice areas to grow the firm’s presence. 10+ PQE is expected.

Competenze

• 10+ PQE in construction law
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters
• Proven ability to build client portfolios and contribute to firm growth

Mansioni

• Engage directly with clients and oversee a range of construction-related instructions.
• Contribute to seminars, networking events, and initiatives to grow the department's profile.
• Mentor junior lawyers and foster collaboration across the firm.

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Job title: Construction Partner – Contentious or Non-Contentious Background

Location: Oxford

Salary: £90,000-£130,000+ DOE

PQE Level: 10+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

We are seeking an accomplished Construction Partner to join a progressive and respected law firm based in their modern Oxford office. This role presents the opportunity to lead and develop the firm’s construction practice, working with a core team and diverse client base across Oxfordshire and the South East.

You will guide the strategic direction of the department while delivering expert legal services in contentious and/or non-contentious construction matters with the firm able to support the right individual for the role. As a trusted advisor, you’ll nurture long-standing client relationships and expand the firm’s presence in the sector through business development and cross-practice collaboration. Internally, you will mentor junior lawyers and help maintain a supportive and inclusive team culture.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of post-qualification experience in construction law. You’ll bring proven experience in building client portfolios and contributing to firm-wide growth strategies, alongside a strong understanding of the legal and commercial landscape in the region.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include engaging directly with clients, overseeing a range of construction-related instructions, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. You’ll be involved in seminars, networking events, and initiatives to grow the department’s profile. Collaboration across the firm is key to identifying cross-selling opportunities and delivering a seamless client experience.

*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: £90000 – £130000 per annum
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire