Construction Solicitor –Non-Contentious - Associate to Managing Associate – Nottingham

QED Legal; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor in Nottingham to join its growing team. The role involves drafting and negotiating contracts and providing expert advice on major national projects. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with a strong background in construction law and excellent interpersonal skills. The firm offers a competitive salary of £50,000 to £120,000, along with hybrid working options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Life assurance

Private healthcare

Generous pension contributions

Regular social events

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 2–10 years’ PQE, ideally with experience in construction practice.
• Excellent understanding of commercial drivers in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various construction-related contracts.
• Manage workload, time recording, and billing effectively.

Skills

Non-contentious construction work

Interpersonal skills

Project risk management

Education

Qualified solicitor

Tools

Case-management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor – Associate to Managing Associate – Nottingham – £50,000 to £120,000

This award‑winning national law firm continues to experience impressive growth while maintaining a supportive, people‑first culture. With a network of offices across the UK and a reputation for combining commercial excellence with genuine collaboration, the firm is widely recognised as one of the country’s most forward‑thinking legal practices. Its Construction & Engineering team is at the forefront of the industry — advising on complex infrastructure, commercial, and residential projects for many of the best‑known names in the sector. Led by highly ranked lawyers in both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, the team is trusted for its pragmatic, commercially focused advice and its ability to deliver creative, real‑world solutions for clients. The Nottingham office remains a key centre of excellence, offering access to top‑quality work in an open, inclusive environment that values initiative and professional development.

The role

• Join a national Construction & Engineering team that advises on all aspects of the construction process, focusing on non‑contentious work.
• Work on drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of documents, including JCT, NEC and MF/1 contracts, consultant appointments, warranties, bonds, guarantees, development and funding agreements, lease agreements, novation agreements and other project documentation.
• Collaborate with a team of over 25 specialists who advise on both the front‑end and dispute aspects of projects, ensuring clients receive rounded, practical support.
• Be part of a team in growth mode, with the flexibility to tailor responsibilities to your experience level — from Associate through to Managing Associate.
• Contribute to major national projects, working with well‑known names in the construction and engineering industry.

You

• Qualified solicitor with around 2–10 years’ PQE, ideally with experience gained at a recognised construction practice.
• Strong background in non‑contentious construction work, or a mix of advisory and contentious matters with an interest in specialising on the front end.
• Excellent understanding of the construction industry, commercial drivers, and project risk management.
• Confident in managing workload, time recording, billing and achieving financial targets.
• A self‑starter with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, professional approach.
• Technically proficient with case‑management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Someone who thrives in a culture that values initiative, integrity, and client‑focused advice.

Benefits

• Competitive salary from £50,000 – £120,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements that promote work‑life balance.
• Life assurance, private healthcare and generous pension contributions.
• Regular social events and a friendly, inclusive culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and genuine career progression.
• Work with respected leaders in construction law and gain exposure to high‑value national projects.

Do you want to be part of a forward‑thinking construction team working on major national projects? Are you ready to join a firm where collaboration, growth and quality go hand in hand?

If this seems like the right opportunity for you then apply online! or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today.