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Projects & Construction Solicitor

United Kingdom, Birmingham 75000.00 - 100000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 04, 2025
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An international law firm is seeking a talented Projects & Construction Solicitor with 0 – 2 years’ PQE to join its expanding Projects & Construction Team in Birmingham. The team acts for a diverse range of clients, including employers, funders, project companies, contractors, consultants, and insurers. Their work spans across infrastructure and energy (nuclear, renewables, conventional, and oil and gas), property, waste, education, transport, and healthcare sectors.

Job Responsibility

  • Developing strong relationships with existing clients
  • contributing to business development efforts
  • working collaboratively within an international team
  • gaining exposure to high-quality national and international construction matters

Requirements

  • 0 – 2 years’ PQE
  • experience in infrastructure, energy, or real estate-related transactional construction work
  • strong background in commercial contracts
  • experience in a large commercial firm, ideally within a Tier 1–3 ranked practice
  • strong team player
  • excellent technical skills
  • sound commercial judgement
  • strong interpersonal skills

What we offer

  • First-class training and career development
  • early responsibility and direct exposure to client relationships
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