Construction Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking a Construction Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE to join their team in London. The role involves managing a contentious caseload, drafting legal documents, and fostering client relationships. This position offers a competitive salary of £85,000+, flexible working options, and genuine career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible working options

Career progression

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE as a Construction Solicitor.
• Demonstrable experience in construction law, both contentious and non-contentious.
• Ability to manage your own caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage contentious construction caseload including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and witness statements.
• Client liaison and relationship management.

Skills

Construction law experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client relationship building

Adjudications experience

Exposure to renewables sector

Job description

Overview

Construction Solicitor, 2-4 Years PQE, London, £85,000+ (DOE) – This role offers a fantastic variety of work across sectors and jurisdictions. This is a great opportunity to join a leading team in London. JOB REF:0776.

The role

• Clients include developers, contractors, funders, consultants and insurers, both domestically and overseas.
• You will manage your own contentious construction caseload, including litigation, arbitration, adjudication and mediation
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and expert instructions
• Client liaison and relationship management
• Advising on, and conducting, due diligence for construction projects and contracts
• Preparing professional appointments, warranties, bonds, and guarantees
• Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team

Skills required

• Applications are sought from Construction Solicitors with between 2-4 Years PQE
• Demonstrable experience in construction law – contentious, non-contentious, or ideally both
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience in adjudications or international arbitrations
• Exposure to the renewables sector
• Ability to build strong client relationships

On offer

• Competitive remuneration package on offer
• Flexible working options on offer
• Genuine career progression.

For more information or to apply for the role contact Rebecca Barry on 020 7183 8586 or email [e-mail].

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