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Construction Law Solicitor

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Butcher & Barlow

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United Kingdom , Northwich

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Job Description:

Our Top Tier Legal 500 ranked Commercial Property Department is currently looking for an experienced non-contentious Construction Law Solicitor to join the established team at Solicitor or Associate level, dependent on experience. The Construction Law team specifically works with contractors, developers, property owners, sub-contractors, consultants, suppliers, banks, purchasers and investors.

Job Responsibility:

  • Working directly with experienced and professionally recognised Partners and Associates to continue to grow and promote the Firm’s reputation and client base
  • Working collaboratively with other teams, both contentious and non-contentious, within the Firm, sharing knowledge and undertaking business development

Requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor with 5 years plus PQE in Construction Law
  • Ability to run and maintain a varied case load covering a broad range of Construction Law matters including professional appointments, building contracts and sub contracts, third party rights and collateral warranties, advising on the construction aspects of lease and development agreements, performing due diligence and advising on the construction aspects of broader real estate and real estate finance matters
  • Clear and developed understanding of construction law and its commercial application and experience of working with the main published standard forms of building contracts
  • Proven track record of advising clients on complex construction projects
  • Possess excellent negotiation skills
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations
  • Ability to manage your own caseload, but be a collaborative team player
  • Comfortable building relationships with other teams across the Firm
  • Comfortable maintaining and strengthening existing client and professional relationships and helping build new relationships
  • Competent IT skills including the use of a case and document management system and be willing to learn new technology
  • Excellent communicator, both face to face and over the telephone
  • Ability to draft and prepare clear and concise documents, with attention to detail
  • Ability to work accurately under pressure
  • Good time and file management skills and be able to prioritise tasks
  • Interest in marketing and in developing the Firm’s practice including attendance at business development events and working with and supporting the Firm’s marketing function
What we offer:
  • Competitive salary plus bonus based on financial performance and additional discretionary bonus
  • Starting annual leave of 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Flexible home working in accordance with the Firm’s Home Working Policy
  • ‘Dress for the day’ dress code

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 29, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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