Contentious Construction Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Contentious Construction Solicitor for its Norwich office. You will manage complex construction disputes, provide clear commercial advice, and collaborate across disciplines. The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for career progression within a top-ranked national team.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years' PQE in contentious construction.
• Experienced in adjudication, litigation, and/or arbitration work.
• Commercially focused and solutions-driven.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex construction disputes involving major projects.
• Providing commercial advice on issues such as delays and payment.
• Collaborating with real estate and corporate teams.

Skills

Adjudication

Litigation

Arbitration

Construction contract knowledge

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Contentious Construction Solicitor | 6+ PQE | Norwich

A leading UK law firm with a long-standing presence in East Anglia is seeking an experienced contentious construction solicitor to join its highly regarded Norwich office. The firm's Construction and Engineering team is recognised as one of the strongest in the regions, advising developers, contractors, funders, and public sector clients on complex disputes and risk management across the UK.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing complex construction disputes: Acting for employers, contractors, and professionals in adjudication, arbitration, and High Court litigation involving major projects and standard form contracts including JCT, NEC, and bespoke agreements.
• Providing clear, commercial advice: Advising clients on contentious issues such as delay, payment, and defects, ensuring practical, cost-effective solutions aligned with their commercial objectives.
• Collaborating across disciplines: Working alongside colleagues in real estate, development, and corporate teams to deliver seamless advice on live construction and engineering projects.
• Supporting practice development: Helping to strengthen the Norwich office's established client base, contributing to business development, and mentoring junior members of the team.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years' PQE in contentious construction
• Experienced in adjudication, litigation, and/or arbitration work
• Strong technical ability and sound understanding of construction contracts
• Commercially focused, solutions-driven, and collaborative in approach

What's on Offer

• Complex and high-profile contentious work across multiple sectors
• A clear path for career progression within a Tier 1-ranked national team
• Hybrid working arrangements and a genuinely supportive culture
• Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package

The Firm

A forward-thinking, full-service UK Top 50 firm with a strong regional presence and national reach. Known for its Next Level Law ethos, the firm combines technical excellence with a collaborative, people-first culture. Its Construction and Engineering team is top ranked in both Chambers and Legal 500 for its expertise in dispute resolution and advisory work, offering first-class client service and career development opportunities in equal measure.

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