Construction Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Greater London, Longstanton, Milton Keynes, Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Construction Solicitor to enhance their Real Estate department. This role offers a chance to manage a diverse caseload, providing legal advice on both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. The ideal candidate will possess robust drafting skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to engage with a varied client base. Join a prestigious firm known for its commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment. This opportunity promises not only a rewarding career but also a chance to contribute to meaningful projects across various sectors.

Benefits

24 Days Holiday

Non-Contractual Leave (3 Days Over Christmas)

Private Health Insurance

Benefits Hub

Mobile Phone

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year PQE handling construction matters.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload focused on non-contentious construction law.
• Draft and negotiate building contracts and oversee construction documents.
• Advise on legal issues during the construction process.

Skills

Construction Law Expertise

Excellent Drafting Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Strong Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Organisational Abilities

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Solicitor (1 year PQE)

Job description

Our Legal 200 recognised client is seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor to join their established Real Estate department. This is a great opportunity to join a prestigious firm and showcase your expertise in construction law. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload, including both non-contentious and contentious construction matters, and advise clients across various sectors, including developers, funders, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude with a keenness to learn and develop core practice skills, problem-solving abilities, and sound legal knowledge. You will have excellent drafting skills, be a hard-working team player who fits into a friendly, fast-growing team, and have an eye for detail. Commercial and financial awareness, alongside the ability to take responsibility for your professional development, are essential. Strong communication skills, excellent academics, and a desire for career progression are also important. Additionally, interpersonal and marketing skills, negotiation and organisational abilities, and the capacity to work independently in due course will be key to your success.

The Firm:
Award-winning, multi-accredited and ranked in the Legal 200 and 500, our client is well-known as a fantastic firm to work for and with. Investing in internal talent and giving back to their communities, they have built an enviable reputation amongst peers and clients alike. Attracting clients and lawyers in all sectors, they provide commercially viable advice and support continued development and progression throughout their team.

What will be expected from you?

1. Solicitor within a minimum of 1 year PQE handling Construction matters
2. Manage a caseload mainly focused on non-contentious construction law
3. Draft and negotiate standard form and bespoke building contracts, sub-contracts, and consultant appointments
4. Oversee construction documents related to development schemes, including collateral warranties, third-party rights schedules, assignments, and novation agreements
5. Advise on legal issues arising during the construction process, such as delays, extensions of time, loss and expense claims, liquidated damages, and defective work
6. Carry out contentious work as needed; experience in both non-contentious and contentious matters is essential
7. Advise clients from various sectors including shopping centres, hotels, restaurants, retail units, and other commercial premises
8. Work with a diverse client base, including main contractors, sub-contractors, developers, and investor occupiers

What is on offer in return?
In return for your hard work and dedication, the Firm offers many impressive incentives including 24 days holiday, non-contractual leave (3 days over Christmas), private health, benefits hub, mobile phone, and many other great benefits.