Construction Solicitor

Irwin Mitchell; Leeds; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known law firm in the UK is looking for a qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years PQE to join their Construction & Engineering team. The role involves drafting contracts, advising clients, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have experience in non-contentious construction law and be proactive in building client relationships. Benefits include flexible holidays, pension schemes, and a commitment to wellbeing.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Generous pension schemes

Volunteering days

Health membership refunds

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years PQE as a qualified solicitor.
• Experience in non-contentious construction law.
• Confident in drafting amendments to standard form contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate construction contracts and development agreements.
• Advise on facility agreements and agreements for lease.
• Provide strategic early-stage advice to mitigate risks.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating construction contracts

Advising on facility agreements

Client-focused relationship building

Understanding commercial drivers

Education

Qualified solicitor with minimum of 2 years PQE

Tools

JCT

NEC

Job description

Your Role

and What You'll Be Doing

Our Construction & Engineering team is nationally recognised for its expertise in construction law. Led by National Head Vijay Bange, we advise developers, funders, contractors, and consultants on a broad range of projects from fit-outs and residential conversions to major mixed‑use redevelopments. With offices nationwide, our team is well‑positioned to support both local and national clients. We also provide guidance on international projects, working with trusted global partners to deliver local legal advice whenever needed.

We are looking for an experienced Solicitor in Manchester to join our growing national team. You will be working closely with Legal 500 ranked partner .

You’ll be working on :

• Drafting and negotiating construction contracts, development agreements, and procurement documentation
• Advising on facility agreements and agreements for lease
• Supporting clients through strategic early‑stage advice to mitigate risks before projects become litigious
• Collaborating with our Real Estate and Corporate teams on multi‑disciplinary matters
• Engaging with clients across sectors including housing, Build to Rent (BTR), student accommodation, commercial, and care developments

About You

We’re looking for someone who :

• Is a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 2 years PQE
• Has solid experience in non‑contentious construction law (or ideally a mix of both contentious and non‑contentious)
• Is confident in drafting and negotiating amendments to standard form contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC)
• Understands the commercial drivers behind development projects
• Is proactive, client‑focused, and able to build strong relationships
• Has the ability to work on own initiative but also as a supportive team player, working as part of a national construction team

If the above sounds like you, we would welcome your application!

Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays – You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.
• Generous and flexible pension schemes.
• Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)
• Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.

We also offer a wide range of well‑being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.

We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!

Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.

Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.