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Construction Solicitor
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor with 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
- 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.
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Other Experience Required
- 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.
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Benefits
- 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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