Construction Solicitor

TSR-Legal; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Bristol seeks a newly qualified Construction Solicitor for their growing practice. The role involves drafting contracts, providing strategic advice, and supporting adjudications. This position offers mentoring, technical training, and a collaborative working environment, all aimed at fostering professional growth.

Benefits

Direct partner mentoring

Technical training

Hybrid working

Collaborative team structure

Platform for growth

Qualifications

• Recently qualified solicitor with a seat in construction or commercial litigation.
• Strong academic and training background.
• Eager to develop long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and advising on JCT and NEC construction contracts.
• Assisting on adjudications and contentious matters.
• Supporting on risk assessments and strategic advice.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Drafting contracts

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Construction Solicitor

Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE)
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

About the Role
We are representing a well-established regional firm with a growing construction practice, looking to hire a newly qualified solicitor into their Bristol office. The team handles both contentious and non-contentious work, acting for developers, contractors, and consultants across the South and nationwide.

This is a great chance to learn from a respected and close-knit team that works on a range of infrastructure and commercial property projects. The firm offers structured progression and full support for junior lawyers.

The role will involve:

• Drafting and advising on JCT and NEC construction contracts.

• Assisting on adjudications and contentious matters.

• Supporting on risk assessments and strategic advice.

• Engaging in business development and building relationships with referrers.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be a recently qualified solicitor with a seat in construction or commercial litigation.

• Have a strong academic and training background.

• Be commercially aware and eager to develop long-term client relationships.

• Thrive in a team that values training, feedback, and growth.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Salary up to £65,000 (DOE)

• Direct partner mentoring and technical training.

• Hybrid working and an open, collaborative team structure.

• A platform for growth in a nationally respected construction practice.

For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact James at TSR Legal directly on 02920 388100 or [e-mail] in complete confidence.