Chalk Hill Group
Construction Senior Associate / Legal Director / Partner

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Job Title: Construction Senior Associate / Legal Director / Partner
Location: Southampton
Salary: £80,000–£110,000 (DOE) + benefits
PQE: 7+ years
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time
Chalk Hill Group are partnering with a highly regarded, full-service regional law firm with a strong presence across the South Coast, recognised for its collaborative culture, high-quality client base, and ambitious growth strategy.
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction lawyer to join as part of its continued growth strategy. This role is ideally suited to an established Partner, Legal Director, or an ambitious Senior Associate ready to step into a strategic position with genuine opportunities to influence and expand the practice.
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Working closely with the firm's highly regarded Real Estate Development, Planning, and Corporate teams, you will advise a broad client base including developers, housebuilders, investors, contractors, and public sector organisations on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters.
This is a key strategic appointment, offering the chance to play a leading role in the continued development of the firm's Construction offering across the South Coast and London markets. The firm has ambitious growth plans and is committed to providing senior lawyers with the platform, support, and autonomy to help shape the future direction of the practice.


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In return, you will join a collaborative and forward-thinking firm with an excellent reputation for quality work, strong client relationships, and a genuinely supportive culture. The role offers high-quality instructions, clear progression prospects, and a flexible hybrid working model, with a Southampton-based office.
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