Construction Solicitor (Contentious)

Pertemps; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Contentious Construction Solicitor with 8+ years PQE to join its established team. The role involves managing high-value disputes for a diverse clientele including developers and local authorities, while contributing to team development and providing strategic advice. Excellent prospects for career growth and hybrid working options are available.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Career development opportunities

Hybrid working environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years' PQE in contentious construction matters.
• Experience with litigation, mediation, and arbitration.
• Strong client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-value construction disputes.
• Support junior lawyers and develop client relationships.
• Advise on various forms of dispute resolution.

Skills

Contentious construction law

Client relationship management

Advising on JCT and NEC contracts

Team collaboration

Job description

A leading law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Contentious Construction Solicitor to their well-established team. Offering high-quality work, a strong team culture and excellent prospects for progression.

To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV.

Position Details

• Job Title: Construction Solicitor (Contentious)
• PQE Required: 8+ years’ PQE
• Location: Cambridge (hybrid working available)
• Salary: Circa £75 plus

Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Solicitor to join a market‑leading team handling the full range of contentious construction matters. The work is varied and challenging, acting for a diverse client base including developers, contractors, local authorities, education institutions and healthcare providers. The team advises on high‑value, complex disputes through litigation, arbitration, adjudication and all forms of alternative dispute resolution. You will play a key role within a collaborative group, supporting junior lawyers, developing client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the firm’s construction practice.

Candidate

Applications are welcomed from experienced Construction Solicitors with at least eight years’ PQE gained within a strong regional, national or city firm. You will have significant experience advising on contentious matters arising from the main industry standard form contracts (JCT, NEC etc.) and a solid understanding of adjudication, arbitration and court proceedings. The ability to provide strategic, commercially focused advice is essential, as is the confidence to manage your own caseload and supervise others. A proven commitment to client service and team collaboration will be key to success in this role.

Firm

You will be joining a progressive, full‑service law firm recognised for its strong client relationships and collegiate culture. The firm offers a supportive environment where career development is genuinely encouraged, alongside a modern approach to hybrid working. You can expect excellent benefits, a clear path for progression and the opportunity to work on some of the most interesting construction disputes in the region.

To Apply

Contact Cassie Huxtable at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or call for a confidential discussion.

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Diversity and Inclusion

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.