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Construction Solicitor

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Greater London

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

76000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

A National UK law firm consistently ranked in the Top 50 is seeking a talented Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor to join its leading Construction & Engineering team. The role includes contract negotiation, project advisory work, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams on high-value UK and international projects. The firm offers excellent professional growth opportunities, a supportive culture, and exposure to significant infrastructure and energy projects.

Job Responsibility:

  • Advise clients on the full spectrum of construction and engineering matters with a focus on contract negotiation and project advisory work
  • Draft and negotiate key industry standard contracts (e.g. NEC, FIDIC, JCT) as well as bespoke agreements, joint ventures, and framework arrangements
  • Collaborate across real estate, corporate, banking, and regulatory teams
  • Contribute to business development, knowledge sharing, and client relationship management

Requirements:

  • Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 1+ years PQE in non-contentious construction
  • A strong interest in infrastructure, energy, or transport sectors
  • Familiarity with NEC, FIDIC, and JCT contracts
  • Excellent communication and drafting skills
  • Comfortable working as part of a collaborative, high-performing team
  • Strong commercial acumen and a solutions-focused approach

Nice to have:

  • A strong interest in infrastructure, energy, or transport sectors
  • Familiarity with NEC, FIDIC, and JCT contracts
  • Strong commercial acumen and a solutions-focused approach
What we offer:
  • Join one of the UK’s top Construction & Engineering teams with deep sector expertise
  • Work on high-profile and future-shaping infrastructure projects
  • Benefit from a strong people-first culture with mentorship, training, and long-term career growth
  • Hybrid working (typically 2–3 days in office) and emphasis on work/life balance
  • Named one of the Best Law Firms to Work At
  • Investors in People Platinum Accreditation
  • Competitive salary rate (£79,000+)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 30, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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