Job Title: Construction Solicitor / Senior Associate
Firm: Legal 500
Location: Birmingham
Salary: DOE
Overview
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced construction solicitor to join a well-established and growing national practice. This role is suited to a lawyer with solid post-qualification experience who is looking to work within a collaborative team on a broad mix of construction matters, with a particular emphasis on disputes alongside exposure to advisory and transactional work.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting senior lawyers, managing their own caseload, and contributing to the continued growth of the practice through client engagement and business development.
Key Responsibilities
* Advising clients on a wide range of construction and engineering matters, including disputes, risk management and project issues
* Managing contentious matters, including adjudication, arbitration and litigation
* Supporting on non-contentious work such as contract drafting, procurement strategies and project advisory
* Acting for a diverse client base including developers, contractors, consultants and public sector bodies
* Providing commercially focused, pragmatic legal advice tailored to client objectives
* Working closely with colleagues across multiple disciplines to deliver integrated solutions
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for further work
* Assisting with business development initiatives and contributing to team growth
* Supervising junior lawyers where appropriate.
The Team
The construction team advises on a wide variety of projects across the UK and internationally. Clients include major developers, housebuilders, contractors, consultants, local authorities and institutional organisations.
The team handles both contentious and non-contentious matters and is known for its collaborative approach and strong technical expertise.
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified solicitor with approximately 4+ years’ PQE in construction law
* Strong grounding in construction disputes, with wider experience across construction matters desirable
* Sound understanding of construction law principles and industry practices
* Experience acting for a range of sector participants (e.g. developers, contractors or consultants)
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
* Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels
* Commercially aware with an interest in the broader industry landscape
* Self-motivated, proactive and capable of working both independently and as part of a team
* Able to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
Personal Attributes
* Professional, adaptable and solutions-focused approach
* Strong team ethic and collaborative mindset
* Ambition to develop a long-term career within a growing practice
* Commitment to delivering high-quality client service
Development & Benefits
The firm offers a supportive environment with structured training, mentoring and clear progression opportunities. Lawyers are encouraged to develop their technical skills, expand their client networks and contribute to the wider success of the business.
A competitive remuneration package is provided, together with a comprehensive benefits offering and flexible working options.
If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge for a highly confidential chat.