Construction Solicitor
- Location
- England, Greater Manchester, Manchester
- Salary
- £40000 - £45000 per annum
- Posted
- 02 Sep 2019
- Closes
- 30 Sep 2019
- Ref
- TS/893610
- Contact
- Tony Seymour
- Job Title
- Associate
- Practice Area
- Commercial Litigation, Construction, Litigation
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Construction Solicitor Manchester (contentious) 1-5 PQE - £40,000 - £55,000
CONSTRUCTION SOLICITOR / ASSOCIATE - MANCHESTER
Construction Solicitor / Associate - An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the leading construction litigation teams in Manchester. This is a team which gains access to the kind of work which is normally reserved for 'top tier' firms. They are looking to attract a solicitor with 1-5 PQE to work with one of the Partners in the Manchester office.
THE ROLE AT A GLANCE
- Job title: Construction Solicitor / Associate 1-5 PQE
- Location: Manchester
- Salary: £40,000 - £55,000
- Reports to: Partner - Head of Construction
- Previous Experience: Candidates should ideally have 1-5 PQE from a respectable mid or top tier firm.
AN EXCEPTIONAL CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION TEAM
This is without doubt one of the leading construction litigation teams in the North advising on complex high-value contentious construction matters throughout the UK. The team advise numerous clients in the public and private sector across an equally varied range of sectors including energy infrastructure and development.
The team boasts a collection of accolades and is highly rated in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. The client base and quality of work is difficult to equal including large national and international client operating in mining, utilities, chemicals and engineering. Many of these are blue chip companies who demand the very highest level of legal advice.
The department is growing and is looking for a construction solicitor with roughly 1-5 years PQE. Applicants should be academically bright, but also demonstrate strong skills of commercial application. Perhaps you are looking for a new challenge at a firm where you will gain excellent exposure to quality work whilst being able to progress as your career develops.
SKILL SET IN MORE DETAIL
Our client is looking for strong all-rounders, both academically and technically. Applicants should have:
- Proven construction litigation experience from a respected firm;
- Strong academic background;
- Excellent attention to detail;
- Strong understanding of principles of 'black letter' litigation law
As this is a growing team, you will also have an active part in all areas of business development.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate and the change to forge a truly varied, interesting and rewarding career in construction litigation.