Consultruction Solicitor
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Job Location:
Manchester - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Construction Solicitor
Location: Manchester City Centre (hybrid working)
Salary: 75000 to 95000 (depending on experience)
Experience: 5 years PQE (Construction)
This is a brilliant opportunity for a Construction Solicitor to join a highly regarded UK200-listed commercial law firm in Manchester city centre.
You will work on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious construction matters supporting a varied client base across the North West and beyond. The team is known for being commercial collaborative and straight-talking with a strong focus on helping clients get projects delivered and disputes resolved pragmatically.
What Youll Be Doing
- Advising on a range of construction matters including both contentious and non-contentious work
- Drafting reviewing and negotiating construction documentation including building contracts consultant appointments collateral warranties and related documents
- Advising on procurement routes risk allocation and contract strategy
- Supporting clients through live project issues including variations extensions of time defects and payment disputes
- Managing disputes through negotiation and ADR (including mediation and adjudication) and where required litigation
- Working closely with colleagues across the wider commercial property corporate and dispute resolution teams
- Building strong client relationships through clear practical advice and excellent client care
- Contributing to business development and profile-raising activity
What Were Looking For
Essential
- Qualified Solicitor with 5 years PQE in construction law
- Experience handling a mix of contentious and/or non-contentious construction matters
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a practical commercial approach
- Confidence managing matters with appropriate supervision and working to deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative working style
Desirable
- Experience of adjudication and/or mediation
- Exposure to development projects real estate finance or infrastructure-related work
- Experience supporting clients across a range of sectors (for example real estate leisure tech healthcare or financial services)
Whats On Offer
- Hybrid working policy with flexible arrangements
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Option to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave (salary sacrifice)
- Employer pension contribution of 4%
- Death in service cover (3x annual salary)
- Birthday holiday (paid day off taken within two weeks of your birthday)
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for you and household dependents aged 16)
- Employee healthcare cash plan (salary sacrifice option)
- Cycle2Work scheme
- In-depth induction plan and structured training workshops
Plus many more in the Companys full benefits handbook.
About Our Client
Our client is a leading commercial law firm based in Manchester city centre advising businesses and individuals across the North West and nationally. The firm is known for being commercial connected and collaborative with a strong focus on clear communication and long-term client relationships.
Location & Working Arrangements
- Manchester City Centre
- Full-time permanent role
- Hybrid working supported
Next Steps
Apply online or send your CV to or call 0 for more information.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
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
