Construction Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Manchester is seeking a newly qualified solicitor to join its transactional construction team. The role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, advising clients, and working in a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance and career progression. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a genuine interest in non-contentious construction work. The firm offers excellent training and competitive salary around £60,000.

Benefits

Excellent training

High-quality work

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitor with a seat in construction or real estate preferred.
• Interest in non-contentious construction work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating building contracts.
• Advising developers, contractors, and public sector bodies.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness

Collaborative mindset

Willingness to learn

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

A national law firm with a strong reputation for its culture, training and quality of work is looking to recruit a newly qualified solicitor into its transactional construction team in Manchester.

The team advises developers, contractors, funders and public sector bodies on the full range of non-contentious construction matters. Typical work includes drafting and negotiating building contracts, consultant appointments, collateral warranties and supporting major development and regeneration projects.

You'll be working alongside friendly, experienced lawyers who are known for giving junior solicitors plenty of responsibility, support and client contact from day one. The wider firm is consistently ranked as one of the best UK employers for work-life balance, progression and team culture.

What the firm is looking for:

• A newly qualified solicitor, ideally with a seat in construction or real estate
• A genuine interest in non-contentious construction work
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Someone commercially minded, collaborative and keen to learn

What’s on Offer?

• Salary around £60,000
• Excellent supervision and training
• High-quality work with a mix of national and regional clients
• Clear development structure and regular feedback
• Flexible, hybrid working with no long-hours culture

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team, wants early responsibility and is looking to build a long-term career in construction law.

If you'd like to know more or want to have a confidential chat, feel free to get in touch.

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