Your Work Will Include

• Construction disputes arising from major development and infrastructure projects.
• Adjudication, arbitration, and court proceedings.
• Contractual disputes and claims relating to delay, disruption, defects, and payment.
• Professional negligence claims involving construction professionals.
• Contract interpretation and disputes arising from standard form and bespoke construction contracts.
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value matters while taking responsibility for your own caseload.
• Developing strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.

The Candidate

The successful candidate is likely to be a contentious construction solicitor with around 2–6 years' PQE, although applications from candidates outside this range will be considered where the experience is right.

You Should Have

• Solid contentious construction experience gained within a recognised construction team.
• Experience of adjudication and/or construction litigation.
• Strong technical drafting and analytical skills.
• The ability to manage a caseload effectively and work to deadlines.
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills.
• A commercial approach and genuine interest in developing your career within construction disputes.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a nationally recognised construction practice with an established Birmingham presence and an excellent quality of work.

You will benefit from working alongside experienced construction specialists, with genuine opportunities for career progression, exposure to high-value matters, and the chance to develop your profile within the market.

For Further Information

Please contact Penny Trotman on 0121 454 1004 or email penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk with a copy of your CV

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Please note that our advertisements use PQE and salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL, we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever their ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.