Solicitor / Legal Executive – Property & Construction
Stamford
Ready to work on complex, high-value projects with a firm that’s stood the test of time?
How about joining one of the oldest and most respected law firms in the UK, where expertise, collaboration and quality of work genuinely matter?
We’re recruiting a Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a busy and expanding Construction team in our Stamford office. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys technically challenging work and wants exposure to a wide range of property, construction and engineering disputes.
The Role
You’ll be advising a diverse client base on disputes involving employers, contractors and consultants, working across both commercial and residential developments. The work is varied, technical and rewarding, offering hands-on experience in:
* Adjudication, mediation and litigation
* County Court and High Court proceedings, including TCC matters
* Drafting and advising on building contracts and construction documentation
* Managing disputes from early advice through to resolution
This is a role where no two matters are the same, and your expertise will truly make an impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Acting for clients in property, construction and engineering disputes and providing an ongoing, high-quality service
* Drafting pre-action protocol correspondence
* Reviewing pleadings, witness statements, expert reports and settlement agreements
* Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other stakeholders throughout the dispute process
* Keeping up to date with changes in law and practice within the construction sector
About You
* A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in Dispute Resolution
* Ideally experienced in property and/or construction law
* Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills
* Comfortable managing a varied caseload in a fast-paced environment
* Knowledgeable in Solicitors Accounts Rules and Money Laundering Regulations
* Holds a full driving licence with access to a car
What’s on Offer
* Highly competitive salary (DOE)
* Life assurance – 3x salary
* Salary exchange pension scheme
* Discounts on legal and wealth management fees
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Standard working hours: 09:00 – 17:15, Monday to Friday (36.25 hours per week)
If you’re looking to build your career with a firm that combines heritage with modern legal practice — and offers genuinely interesting, high-quality work — we’d love to hear from you
* For more information, please call Jon quoting J10406.
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