Construction Solicitor

Law Staff Ltd; Hertford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Autonomy and responsibility

Job summary

Law Staff Ltd. seeks an experienced Construction Solicitor with 4+ PQE in construction law to join our client’s team. The role covers non‑contentious and contentious matters, including litigation, adjudication, arbitration, mediation, and insurance claims, with opportunities for strategic input and client development.

You will work with developers, property owners, contractors and insurers across public and private sectors, mentoring juniors and shaping the practice. Flexible working is offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in construction law.
• Experience in non-contentious and contentious construction matters.
• Litigation experience in Technology & Construction Court, adjudication, arbitration, ADR.
• Strong drafting, analytical and commercial awareness.
• Experience mentoring juniors and managing multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a wide range of construction matters including litigation, adjudication, arbitration, mediation, expert determination and insurance‑related claims.
• Work with developers, owners, contractors, consultants, and insurers across public and private sectors.
• Take ownership of caseload, contribute to strategy and client relationships.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team development.
• Collaborate across the firm to deliver integrated, high‑quality legal solutions.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor 4+ years PQE with a strong track record in construction work. In return our Client offers flexible working, a high quality working environment with scope for growth plus more benefits.

Essential experience for this Construction Solicitor vacancy

• Advise clients on a wide range of non‑contentious and contentious construction matters, including litigation, adjudication, arbitration, mediation, expert determination, and insurance‑related claims.
• Work with developers, property owners, contractors, consultants, and insurers across both public and private sectors.
• Take ownership of your caseload, contribute to strategic direction, and build relationships with longstanding and new clients.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team development.
• Collaborate across the firm to deliver integrated, high‑quality legal solutions.
• Work autonomously, supported by a culture that values excellence, openness, and ambition.

Other experience required for this Construction Solicitor role

• Experience in litigation in the Technology & Construction Court, adjudication, arbitrations, and ADR mechanisms.
• Proven knowledge of standard industry contracts: JCT, NEC, FIDIC.
• Demonstrable experience of interpreting, drafting and advising on both standard and bespoke contracts.
• Technical, analytical and drafting skills.
• Previous work with expert technical evidence (engineering, quantity surveying, etc.).
• Project management and case management skills, ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and budgets.
• Commercial awareness, giving advice that shows an appreciation of cost/benefit, risk, and client sensitivities, as well as a pragmatic approach to strategy.
• Excellent communication skills (written & oral), evident in your interactions with clients, colleagues, experts, counsel, etc.

Benefits

• Salary of between £70,000 to £90,000 DOE
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working
• A step up from your current firm, with more autonomy and responsibility
• A balanced, high‑quality work environment, with scope for growth
• A role where your expertise is valued, and you can make a visible impact

For more information regarding this Construction Solicitor role, please contact Marcus Stevens, quoting reference 37547.

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