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Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor

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Douglas Scott

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United Kingdom , West Midlands

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Salary:

90000.00 - 95000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

An international law firm is seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor to join its highly regarded team on a fully remote basis. This role involves advising on non-contentious construction matters, with a focus on major development projects such as commercial buildings, retail developments, and mixed-use schemes. The position offers full flexibility, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to handle high-value, high-profile projects within a collaborative global team.

Job Responsibility:

  • Advising on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters, with a particular focus on major development projects
  • Working on commercial buildings, retail developments, and mixed-use schemes
  • Occasionally handling energy and infrastructure projects
  • Managing high-value and high-profile development projects across the UK and internationally
  • Directly advising major developers, institutional investors, and corporate occupiers

Requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE in non-contentious construction
  • Strong experience with development-led work (commercial, retail, mixed-use)
  • Confident advising clients directly and managing matters with minimal supervision
  • Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
What we offer:
  • 100% remote working
  • Collaborative and forward-thinking construction team within a global platform
  • Opportunity to work on high-quality development-focused projects
  • Highly competitive salary
  • Flexible lifestyle

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 30, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Remote work
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