Construction Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; England; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Suffolk seeks an experienced Construction Lawyer to handle a mixed caseload of contentious and non-contentious matters. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong expertise in construction law and a commitment to delivering high-quality work while aiding in business development initiatives. Newly qualified solicitors are welcomed to apply, provided they have relevant experience. The role offers a competitive salary package and an opportunity to work on high-quality projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience managing a diverse caseload of construction-related matters.
• Strong technical expertise across construction law.
• Motivated to deliver high-quality work and support business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full range of construction work for developers and contractors.
• Advise clients on both contentious and non-contentious issues.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver expert advice.

Skills

Construction law expertise

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Business development

Education

Law degree

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Construction Lawyer, Suffolk - NQ+ PQE – Circa £50k plus dependent on experience – Highly rated construction team in East Anglia seeking an additional Construction Lawyer to join the team and deal with a mixed caseload of contentious and non-contentious related matters!

JOB TITLE: Construction Solicitor

PQE: NQ+ PQE

LOCATION: Suffolk

SALARY: Circa £50k plus

THE ROLE

An experienced Construction Solicitor or Legal Executive is sought to join a highly regarded Legal 500–rated team handling a broad spectrum of construction‑related matters. The team manages all types of construction cases and collaborates closely with other departments within the firm to deliver expert, efficient advice on both contentious and non‑contentious matters. This varied role will require the successful candidate to manage the full range of construction work, representing funders, developers, contractors, and employers across both contentious and non‑contentious issues.

THE CANDIDATE

The successful Construction Lawyer will have experience handling a diverse caseload of construction matters, encompassing both contentious and non‑contentious work. You will bring strong technical expertise across all areas of construction law and be motivated by delivering high‑quality work while contributing to business development and helping expand the firm’s client base. With excellent commercial awareness, you will be able to provide clear, practical advice to a wide range of clients. Newly qualified solicitors are welcome to apply, provided they have completed at least one seat in construction law.

THE FIRM

A leading long‑established law firm with a strong reputation for providing the best possible service to its clients across a range of legal services.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work on high‑quality matters.

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