This is an amazing opportunity to join a leading Legal500, international law firm as a Contentious Construction Solicitor in its Newcastle office.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on your level of experience, you'll get involved in a wide range of work, including:
* Managing your own caseload of construction and engineering disputes, including High Court litigation, adjudication and arbitration
* Drafting key documents, handling correspondence and keeping the process moving smoothly
* Supporting on larger, more complex matters while taking ownership of your own files
* Using your commercial awareness to shape strategy and decision-making right from the start of a dispute
* Building strong client relationships and helping to deliver consistently excellent service
* Getting involved in business development and contributing ideas to the team's growth and strategy
* Developing an understanding of the wider firm's services and helping to strengthen internal and external networks
* Staying up to date with legal developments and continuing your technical and professional growth
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
The team is growing and open-minded about background and PQE level
You'll ideally:
* Be a qualified Solicitor (around 2 years' PQE and above)
* Have some experience in construction and engineering law, or a solid grounding in commercial litigation
* Be confident managing clients and handling matters independently
* Have excellent communication skills and a practical, commercial approach to problem-solving
* Enjoy collaborating with colleagues and sharing knowledge across the team
* Be adaptable, proactive and comfortable with change
* Have the drive to develop your career within a high-performing, ambitious team
This truly is a great experience to step into an established team and get amazing exposure to some of the best construction work in the region.
Get in touch to learn more.
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