Your new firm
Our client is a highly regarded national law firm with a strong reputation across multiple sectors, including construction. Known for its collaborative culture andmitment to excellence, the firmbines ambitious growth plans with a genuine focus on its people. They are now looking to expand their Construction team, creating an excellent opportunity for junior lawyers who want to work on high-quality,plex matters within a dynamic and supportive environment.Your new role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Junior Construction Lawyer (NQ–3 PQE) with a keen interest in contentious work to join a well-regarded team that consistently features in Legal 500 and Chambers. You will work on high-quality adjudication and litigation matters, including Protocol work, provide strategic advice, and deliver flexible dispute resolution solutions for clients, including mediation. There will also be scope to undertake some non-contentious work if desired, though this is not a requirement. Clients include national developers, contractors, well-known housebuilders, and major housing associations in the social housing sector. You will enjoy direct client contact, involvement in business development, and opportunities to participate in networking and marketing activities.What you’ll need to succeed You will be a qualified solicitor with proven experience or a genuine passion for contentious construction law, ready to work onplex and high-value disputes. Ideally, you will have developed your skills within a specialist construction team or gained exposure through a construction-focused training seat, giving you a solid understanding of adjudication, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution. You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own caseload with light-touch supervision, showing confidence in prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines. You’ll bring strongmercial awareness, a proactive, client-focused mindset, and the ability to deliver pragmatic,mercially driven solutions while building trusted relationships.What you’ll get in return
You will join a leading national firm celebrated for its inclusive and collaborative culture. The firm offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, promotes a healthy work-life balance, and is deeplymitted to supporting your professional growth. Expect aprehensive learning and development programme, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities to be a recognised expert in your field. This is a forward-thinking team where you will have the chance to shape ideas, share expertise, and actively engage with clients.