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

Energy Jobline ZR; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Nottingham is seeking a qualified solicitor for their Construction & Engineering team. The role involves advising on non-contentious construction matters, drafting and negotiating contract documents, and collaborating with a specialist team. The ideal candidate will have 2-10 years PQE, a strong background in construction, and excellent interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Life assurance

Private healthcare

Generous pension contributions

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 2–10 years PQE ideally from recognized construction practice.
• Strong background in non-contentious construction work.
• Confident in managing workload, billing, and targets.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing JCT, NEC and MF/1 contracts.
• Advising clients on construction process aspects.
• Collaborating with a team of specialists.

Skills

Qualified solicitor

Non-contentious construction expertise

Interpersonal skills

Project risk management

Technical proficiency in case-management systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

The firm

This award-winning 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 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, agreements for lease, 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 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 projects.

Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking construction team working on major 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.