Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor 4+ years PQE with a strong track record in construction work. In return our Client offers flexible working, a high quality working environment with scope for growth plus more benefits.
Essential experience for this Construction Solicitor vacancy:
* Advise clients on a wide range of non-contentious and contentious construction matters, including litigation, adjudication, arbitration, mediation, expert determination, and insurance-related claims.
* Work with developers, property owners, contractors, consultants, and insurers across both public and private sectors.
* Take ownership of your caseload, contribute to strategic direction, and build relationships with longstanding and new clients.
* Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team development.
* Collaborate across the firm to deliver integrated, high-quality legal solutions.
* Work autonomously, supported by a culture that values excellence, openness, and ambition.
Other experience required for this Construction Solicitor role:
* Experience in litigation in the Technology & Construction Court, adjudication, arbitrations, and ADR mechanisms.
* Proven knowledge of standard industry contracts: JCT, NEC, FIDIC.
* Demonstrable experience of interpreting, drafting and advising on both standard and bespoke contracts.
* Technical, analytical and drafting skills.
* Previous work with expert technical evidence (engineering, quantity surveying, etc.).
* Project management and case management skills, ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and budgets.
* Commercial awareness, giving advice that shows an appreciation of cost/benefit, risk, and client sensitivities, as well as a pragmatic approach to strategy.
* Excellent communication skills (written & oral), evident in your interactions with clients, colleagues, experts, counsel, etc.
Benefits for this Construction Solicitor vacancy:
* Salary of between £70,000 to £90,000 DOE
* Pension scheme
* Flexible working
* A step up from your current firm, with more autonomy and responsibility
* A balanced, high-quality work environment, with scope for growth
* A role where your expertise is valued, and you can make a visible impact
For more information regarding this Construction Solicitor role, please contact Marcus Stevens, quoting reference 37547.
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