Construction & Real Estate Solicitor – Hybrid, National Team

Irwin Mitchell LLP; Newcastle upon Tyne, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join their Construction & Engineering team. This role will involve drafting and negotiating construction contracts, advising on facility agreements, and supporting clients to mitigate risks. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of PQE and solid experience in non-contentious construction law. The firm offers a friendly and inclusive working environment along with a range of benefits.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible pension schemes

Two paid volunteering days per year

Health membership benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years PQE required.
• Solid experience in non-contentious construction law (mix of both contentious and non-contentious is ideal).
• Confident in drafting and negotiating standard form contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate construction contracts and agreements.
• Advise on facility agreements and lease agreements.
• Support clients with early-stage advice to mitigate risks.

Skills

Qualified solicitor

Non-contentious construction law experience

Drafting and negotiating contracts

Client-focused approach

Proactive relationship building

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join their Construction & Engineering team. This role will involve drafting and negotiating construction contracts, advising on facility agreements, and supporting clients to mitigate risks. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of PQE and solid experience in non-contentious construction law. The firm offers a friendly and inclusive working environment along with a range of benefits.