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Construction Solicitor

Construction Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions • Manchester, England, GB
7 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Construction Solicitor

Location: Manchester City Centre (hybrid working)

Salary: £75,000 to £95,000 (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 You’ll 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 We’re 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)

What’s 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 Company's 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 lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

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