Construction Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading national law firm in Cardiff with a NQ-3 PQE Construction Solicitor to join the expanding Cardiff office. This rare opportunity places you in a respected Construction team handling high-quality, national matters alongside partners in Manchester, Birmingham and Cardiff.

You will manage a varied caseload of construction disputes, draft and review contracts, advise developers and contractors, and contribute to business development.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor status from September (NQ-3 PQE; 4 PQE may be considered). A seat in Contentious Construction as a minimum.
• Experience in pure construction law; candidates from PI backgrounds with crossover will be considered.
• Strong interest in contentious work (50%+ contentious).
• Ability to manage a caseload with light-touch supervision.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of construction disputes, including adjudications, litigation, and ADR.
• Advising developers, contractors, housebuilders, and housing associations on complex issues.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction contracts.
• Collaborating with colleagues nationally on major projects.
• Contributing to business development and client relationship building.

Skills

Contentious Construction

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE)

Job description

Construction Solicitor- Cardiff
NQ-3 PQE | Salary £52,500 - £63,000| 1 day a week in the office | National Law

Yolk Recruitment is exclusively supporting a leading national law firm in their search for a NQ-3 PQE Construction Solicitor to join their expanding Cardiff office. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a highly regarded Construction team, working alongside respected partners and handling a broad range of high-quality, national matters.

What you will be doing as a Construction Solicitor

The successful candidate will join a well-established construction team, recognised for its work across the UK. While the role is primarily contentious, there's scope to take on non-contentious work if of interest. You'll be working closely with partners based in Manchester, Birmingham, and Cardiff, with the support of an Associate in Cardiff.

You'll be involved in:

• Managing a varied caseload of construction disputes, including adjudications, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution.
• Advising developers, contractors, housebuilders, and housing associations on complex legal issues.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction contracts.
• Collaborating with colleagues nationally on major projects.
• Contributing to business development and client relationship building.

The Experience You'll Bring

To be considered, you'll need:

Qualified solicitor status from September (NQ-3 PQE; 4 PQE may be considered). A seat in Contentious Construction as a minimum.

• Experience in pure construction law- candidates from professional indemnity backgrounds with relevant crossover will also be considered.
• A strong interest in contentious work (50%+ experience in contentious matters ideal).
• Ability to manage a caseload with light-touch supervision.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

What you will get as a Construction Solicitor

This firm offers a genuinely flexible and supportive working culture, with realistic expectations and excellent career development opportunities. You can expect:

• Salary from £52,500 (NQ) to early £60,000s (3 PQE), there is room for negotiation for the right candidate.
• 1 day a week in the Cardiff office (many choose to go in more often).
• Access to national, high-value work.
• Support from senior lawyers and opportunities for client contact early on.
• A commitment to work-life balance and professional growth.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.