Solicitor Associate/Senior Associate Construction - Any office

Harrison Drury Solicitors

Stoke-on-Trent

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee bonus scheme

Medicash health benefits plan

Paid time off for voluntary work

Free property conveyancing

Free individual Wills

Regular social events

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a qualified Solicitor Associate/Senior Associate in Construction. This role involves managing a varied caseload, supporting junior team members, and delivering high-quality legal service. Candidates must have at least 3 years of PQE in construction law, with both contentious and non-contentious experience. The firm offers a supportive and flexible work environment, as well as attractive benefits including a bonus scheme and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years PQE within a construction department.
Proven construction law experience.

Responsibilities

Managing a busy and varied caseload.
Delivering excellent client service and building long‐term relationships.
Supporting and supervising junior team members.

Skills

Caseload management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Client-facing skills

Business development

Construction law knowledge

JCT and NEC contracts

Education

Qualified Solicitor (minimum 3 years PQE)

Job description

Solicitor Associate/Senior Associate Construction - Any office

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Harrison‑Drury is a market‑leading firm of solicitors with offices in Lancashire, Cumbria, and Staffordshire. We’re delighted to be named one of the UK’s Best Companies to work for, for the third year running, placing at number 40 in the Top 100 Best Mid‑Sized Companies to work for list. We also ranked 10th in the Best Companies to work for in the Law sector — achievements that reflect our commitment to creating a supportive, people‑focused workplace.

We are an employer of choice because we have a culture that challenges the conventional law firm approach and focuses our energy on getting great results for our clients, while attracting and developing brilliant people.

About the Construction Team

Our specialist Construction Department is led by Katherine Sibley, a Legal 500 Recommended Lawyer. The team provides high‑quality legal services across the construction industry, working with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, local councils and residential homeowners.

Non‑contentious expertise

Drafting suites of construction documentation including contracts, subcontractor terms, professional appointments, collateral warranties, parent company guarantees, performance bonds, pre‑construction services agreements and letters of reliance. The team are experts in JCT, NEC, IChemE, and FIDIC contracts. The team assists the commercial property team in advising on agreements for lease, licences for works and development agreements. The team also assists the corporate and commercial teams providing risk reviews for clients, advice on procurement methods, supplier terms.

Contentious expertise

Handling disputes such as breach of contract, loss & expense, delay & disruption claims, professional negligence, and adjudication enforcement. The team is experienced in running and defending claims in the Technology & Construction Court including Part 8 claims and in ADR processes including adjudication, arbitration, and mediation. The team advice on risk avoidance, risk management and debt recovery.

Opportunity

We are looking to recruit a qualified Solicitor Associate/Senior Associate (minimum 3 years PQE) with proven construction law experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to:

Take on an existing caseload immediately.
Play a key role in the growth and development of the team across the respective offices.
Work flexibly, with remote working options available.

Typical Duties

Managing a busy and varied caseload.
Liaising with supervisors to balance workload.
Delivering excellent client service and building long‑term relationships.
Supporting and supervising junior team members and support staff.
Collaborating effectively with other service line teams.
Contributing to team objectives and knowledge development.
Producing high‑quality legal advice and documentation.
Helping to develop a precedent bank.
Writing blogs and LinkedIn posts on construction law developments.
Promoting Harrison Drury’s values internally and externally.
Providing or assisting with training sessions for clients (optional).
Performing seminars for clients and targets (optional).

Skills & Experience

Ability to manage own caseload with minimal supervision.
Minimum of 3 years PQE within a construction department.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Ability to prioritise work to meet strict deadlines.
Excellent communication and IT skills.
Strong client‑facing skills and commercial awareness.
Proven business development ability, with a track record of building networks.
Solid understanding of construction law and experience across a wide range of matters.
Experience in both contentious and non‑contentious construction matters.
Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.

Benefits

Commitment to a maximum of 1,200 chargeable hours per annum
Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review
Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)
Free conveyancing for the purchase/sale of your primary residence
Free individual or mirror Wills
Biannual promotion and salary uplift application process
Regular social events, including our annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards