Constuction Solicitor
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Job Summary
Job Description
Construction Solicitor
Salary:(DOE) Bonus
Location: Preston (other locations available) (Hybrid Working Supported)
Experience: 3 years PQE (Construction Law)
Are you ready to join a market-leading award-winning law firm with a people-focused culture and a reputation for excellence Our clients Construction Team in Preston is seeking a talented Solicitor (Associate/Senior Associate) with proven construction law experience to manage a varied caseload and play a key role in the teams growth and development.
The Opportunity
Manage a busy caseload of construction matters both contentious and non-contentious with immediate responsibility for existing work
Advise clients across the construction industry including contractors developers architects engineers local councils and homeowners
Draft review and negotiate construction documentation (contracts professional appointments collateral warranties bonds guarantees etc.)
Advise on JCT NEC IChemE and FIDIC contracts as well as procurement and risk management
Handle disputes: breach of contract delay & disruption loss & expense adjudication arbitration and litigation in the Technology & Construction Court
Collaborate with colleagues across service lines (commercial property corporate commercial)
Support supervise and develop junior team members
Contribute to business development knowledge sharing and team objectives
Write blogs/LinkedIn posts and participate in client training or seminars (optional)
What Were Looking For
Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE in construction law
Experience managing own caseload with minimal supervision
Strong technical expertise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters (desirable)
Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts (desirable)
Excellent attention to detail organisation and communication skills
Commercially aware proactive and confident in client-facing situations
Proven business development ability and track record of building networks
Ability to collaborate and support team development
Whats On Offer
Highly competitive salary(DOE) plus bonus
Hybrid working policy and flexible arrangements
Commitment to a maximum of 1200 chargeable hours per annum
Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review
Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)
Free conveyancing for your primary residence and free Wills
Employee referral scheme and biannual promotion/salary uplift process
Regular social events including annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards
Supportive award-winning culture focused on staff wellbeing and development
About Our Client
Our client is a respected regional law firm with a strong reputation for excellence collaboration and genuine people-first values. The Construction Team is known for its technical expertise client care and commitment to supporting professional growth.
Location & Working Arrangements
Preston. Full-time permanent role. Hybrid working supported. Modern offices with excellent amenities and transport links. Other locations are available contact me for details.
How to Apply
Apply online or send your CV to or call 0 for more information.
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Algebra
- Legal Counsel
- Mediation Experience
- Tribal Law
- Legal Research
- Telemarketing
- Training & Development
- Geometry
- Child Protective Services
- negotiation
