Construction Solicitor

A respected full‑service law firm is recruiting a Senior Associate with around 4 years’ PQE in construction law. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone experienced across both contentious and non‑contentious construction work.

You will work on everything from traditional developments to complex infrastructure projects, including energy, student accommodation, PRS and large‑scale disputes like litigation, arbitration and adjudication.

This is a hands‑on role where you will work with listed companies, local authorities, banks, developers, contractors, specialist subcontractors and consultants, on both national and international matters.

• A solicitor with approximately 4 years’ PQE in construction law, covering both contentious and non‑contentious matters
• Experience advising across a range of sectors, including traditional development, infrastructure, energy, student accommodation or PRS
• Proven ability in handling disputes via litigation, arbitration, adjudication and enforcement
• Strong drafting, negotiating and legal analytical skills
• Commercial awareness, confident client handling and the ability to work under pressure
• Enthusiasm for mentoring more junior fee‑earners and collaborating in a team environment

• Genuine variety of work across construction law, disputes and transactional matters
• Hybrid working arrangement with a minimum of 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 31 days after service, plus flexibility to buy/sell holiday
• A bonus scheme that rewards high performance—eligible to earn up to a 35 % annual bonus
• Sabbatical entitlement, up to 2 weeks over 2 years or 4 weeks over 3 years
• Pension with at least 5 % employer contribution
• Life assurance providing 4x annual salary in case of death in service
• A supportive firm culture with a focus on inclusion, diversity, sustainable careers and meaningful work‑life balance
• This is truly a great role with a lot to offer. Get in touch for further info.