At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on construction matters and draft contracts for major projects.
- Company: Award-winning law firm in Leeds with a strong regional reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, performance bonuses, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Join a growing team with excellent networking and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in construction law with diverse clients and impactful projects.
- Qualifications: 0-2 years PQE or trainee solicitor with construction experience.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 60000 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Construction Solicitor / NQ to join a highly regarded regional law firm in Leeds. Working within a growing team, you will advise contractors, developers, employers and subcontractors on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters, with exposure to contentious work where desired. This is an ideal opportunity for a junior solicitor or trainee looking to build their career within a regional law firm.
Our client is a long established and award winning commercial legal firm in Leeds with a strong reputation across Yorkshire and nationally. With a client base that includes household names, major developers and businesses across multiple sectors, the firm offers the quality of work often associated with national practices while maintaining an approachable culture.
The Construction Solicitor will be:
- Advising on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters
- Drafting and negotiating standard form construction contracts including JCT, NEC, IChemE and FIDIC
- Working with developers, contractors, employers and subcontractors across major projects
- Assisting with construction disputes and contentious matters where required
- Working closely with colleagues across commercial property and wider teams
- Advising clients across retail, education, transport, energy, utilities, water and power sectors
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Working on business development initiatives and networking opportunities
- Working alongside construction specialists within a growing team
The Construction Solicitor should be / have:
- A solicitor with 0-2 years PQE
- A trainee solicitor with a completed seat in construction will also be considered
- Interested in developing a career in construction law within a large regional firm
- Experienced or knowledgeable in non-contentious construction matters
- Familiar with standard form construction contracts including JCT and NEC
- Commercially minded with strong communication skills
- Keen to work closely with clients across a variety of sectors
Salary ranging from £54,000 to £60,000 GBP. 25 days of annual holiday leave. Performance-based bonus scheme. Private medical insurance. 5% pension contribution.
Construction Solicitor in Lincolnshire employer: Michael Page Legal
Join a highly regarded regional law firm in Leeds, where you will benefit from a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong reputation and a diverse client base, this firm offers meaningful work on major projects while providing excellent benefits such as a competitive salary, generous holiday leave, and a performance-based bonus scheme, making it an ideal place for aspiring Construction Solicitors to thrive.
