At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise clients on construction disputes and manage your own caseload.
- Company: Join a highly regarded national law firm in Birmingham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and exposure to high-value matters.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent support for your professional growth.
- Why this job: Develop your career in a dynamic construction practice with experienced specialists.
- Qualifications: 2-6 years PQE in contentious construction and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 95000 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Contentious Construction Associate Solicitor to join the Birmingham office of a highly regarded national law firm. This is a great opportunity for a construction lawyer looking to develop their career within a well-established and ambitious team, working on a varied caseload of high-quality construction disputes for an impressive client base.
The Role
- You will advise a range of clients including developers, contractors, employers, funders and other stakeholders on a broad spectrum of contentious construction matters.
- 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.
Contentious Construction Associate Solicitor employer: eNL Legal Recruitment
Join a prestigious Top 100 law firm in London, where you will not only lead high-value family matters but also have the opportunity to expand your professional network. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, the firm offers an excellent remuneration package, hybrid working options, and robust employee benefits, ensuring a supportive environment for your career growth and personal development.
