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)
- 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
- Full-time, permanent role
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.