Contentious Construction Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Solicitor with 1+ years PQE in Contentious Construction. You will manage significant construction disputes, gain exposure to landmark projects, and collaborate closely with seasoned professionals. The firm offers flexible working options and strong professional development support, making it an ideal environment for ambitious lawyers aiming to make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working options

Clear career progression

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• 1+ years PQE with extensive experience in Contentious Construction.
• Proven track record managing cases and working alongside senior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on significant construction and infrastructure litigation.
• Handle complex, high-value disputes.
• Work alongside experienced partners and senior colleagues.

Skills

Contentious Construction

Litigation

Arbitration

Adjudication

Job description

Contentious Construction Solicitor 1+ years PQE | Top 30 International | Heavy Hitting Construction Disputes

This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor specialising in Contentious Construction to join a Top 30 international law firm, based in their modern Manchester office.

You will advise top-tier clients on some of the UK's and international markets' most significant construction and infrastructure litigation, handling complex, high-value disputes work. From day one, you will be entrusted with a high level of responsibility and exposure to first-class matters.

The Firm

A prestigious Top 30 practice with a significant global footprint, the firm has built its reputation on combining outstanding legal expertise with sharp commercial acumen.

With multiple Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers recognised partners, the practice stands out for its collaborative culture, innovative delivery models, and deep sector strength across Real Estate, Construction, Financial Regulation, and more.

Clients include major retail banks, challenger banks, fintech innovators, and international consumer brands. The firm regularly advises on complex regulatory issues and is frequently engaged on some of the highest-profile matters in the market.

Lawyers benefit from strong internal infrastructure, industry leading technology, and a transparent platform for advancement. The environment is open, agile, and commercially focused, making it a great place for ambitious lawyers looking to make a lasting impact.

The Role

As a Solicitor in the highly regarded national Construction team, you will work alongside experienced partners and senior colleagues dealing with a broad range of contentious construction matters which range from arbitration, adjudication, high court litigation and more.

You will be working closely alongside senior members of the team with a construction focus who deal with clients across sectors including energy, transport, commercial property, and public infrastructure. There is an opportunity to involve yourself in transactional work / advisory work, but the role is predominately contentious leaning its suitability to lawyers more geared towards litigation.

Your Experience

• 1+ years PQE with extensive experience in Contentious Construction
• Proven track record managing cases and working alongside senior lawyers

Benefits & Opportunities

• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Clear career progression and professional development support
• Exposure to landmark UK and international construction projects
• Comprehensive benefits including enhanced parental leave, wellbeing programmes, and technology support

If you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Joe Bryant on [e-mail] OR 07441 937590