Construction Solicitor

ReCulture Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Construction Solicitor with 1+ PQE to join its recognized Construction team in Birmingham. This role promises exposure to a variety of construction matters, opportunities for professional development, and a collaborative work environment within a nationally prestigious practice.

Benefits

Access to bonus schemes

Flexible working arrangements

Tailored training and support

Qualifications

• 1+ years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in construction law preferred, strong commercial litigation experience considered.
• Proficient in legal IT systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of construction matters, both contentious and non-contentious.
• Draft contracts and advise clients on risk management and dispute resolution.
• Contribute to business development initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Were Hiring: Construction Solicitor 1+ PQE

Location: Liverpool, Newcastle or Birmingham

Team: Construction (part of Real Estate)

PQE: 1+ years

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are working in partnership with a leading UK law firm to recruit a Construction Solicitor to join its nationally recognised Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer with at least one year of post-qualification experience to join a growing practice acting on a wide range of complex and high-profile construction matters.

The firms Construction team advises both private and public sector clients, including developers, local authorities, healthcare providers, education institutions, contractors and consultants. The work spans multiple sectors such as commercial development, transport, health, student accommodation, utilities, housebuilding, and manufacturing.

This role offers exposure to both contentious and non-contentious construction matters, as well as excellent opportunities for long-term progression and professional development.

What you will be doing

Managing a caseload of construction matters, both contentious and non-contentious Assisting senior colleagues with complex disputes and contract advisory work Drafting construction contracts, agreements, pleadings, witness statements and correspondence Advising clients on construction risk management, dispute avoidance and resolution strategies Handling adjudication, mediation and other dispute resolution processes Contributing to client relationships and business development initiatives Meeting financial and chargeable targets while maintaining excellent quality of service Working in line with firm policies and values

What we are looking for

Qualified solicitor with 1 or more years post-qualification experience Prior experience in construction law is preferred, but strong commercial litigation or real estate experience will also be considered Technically sound with strong drafting and analytical skills Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines Strong team player with effective communication skills Proficient in using legal IT systems and Microsoft Office Flexible, committed and motivated to develop within a leading national practice

Why consider this role

Join a highly respected national team consistently ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers UK Work on a broad mix of construction matters across major sectors and clients Benefit from tailored training, support and a clear path for career progression Be part of an innovative and people-focused law firm with a collaborative culture Access to bonus schemes and flexible working arrangements

Interested?

Please get in touch for more information or to apply by sending your CV to

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