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Job title: Salaried Partner 8 + PQE Department: Construction Salary: DOE + Bonus Hours: Full time Location: Bristol, Hybrid. OVERVIEW Top tier Legal 500 firm is looking for a top Solicitor to join as a Salaried Partner. You will be working in the construction department (non contentious). You will join an award winning department with the aim to continue it's growth and success across the real estate departments. If you're at least 8 years post qualified and you're keen to be a part of an award winning team driving it to further success, this is for you. DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage your own caseload of complex no contentious construction matters, while supervising and mentoring junior team members to meet targets and deadlines. You'll be working with several leading contractors, investors and developers advising on all forms of construction and engineering contracts, procurement strategies, and risk management, supporting dispute avoidance and early-stage mitigation. Offer strategic advice at project inception, including contract structuring, procurement routes, and the use of construction securities like warranties, bonds, and guarantees. Build and maintain client relationships, supporting business development efforts, attending industry events when required, and enhancing the firm's presence in the South West. As well as building the professional development of junior solicitors and fee earners. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED At least 8 years post qualified as a solicitor within a reputable law firm. A subject matter expert in non-contentious construction with experience in all aspects. Experience leading and supervising team members, while keeping staff moral and motivation high. Business development experience and drive to grow the department. BENEFITS Bonus structure Career development At least 25 days holiday + bank holiday + Christmas off + buy or sell 1 week Life assurance policy Additional enhanced leave. Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements with a focus on work life balance. Discounted legal services Loads more! For more details please contact: removed) Job Reference: CWS441

I'm working with a national Top 200 firm that continues to grow its Construction & Projects practice, and they're on the lookout for a Senior Associate to join their tight-knit and collegiate team in London (or any of their regional offices). This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with immediate responsibility, working closely with the highly ranked Education team (Tier 1 in Legal 500), as well as clients across the Charity and Business Sectors. You'll be involved primarily in non-contentious construction, but those with a mixed practice (including contentious) are welcome to apply. Why this team? Join a collaborative and friendly team with a genuinely values-led culture Flexible targets, relaxed office culture, and 1 day in-office per week (Tuesday) Salary up to £97,000, plus great benefits and profit-share scheme Strong national presence with support from sector specialists Room to grow into a leadership position, including supervision of juniors and business development opportunities The team is flexible on location and supports hybrid working. Who they're looking for: A qualified solicitor or barrister with 3+ years experience in non-contentious (and/or contentious) construction work Someone who enjoys working autonomously but thrives in a collaborative culture Interest or experience in education, charity or public sector projects a bonus Appetite to contribute to BD and mentoring junior lawyers This is a great chance to step into a senior role with autonomy, flexible working, and a pipeline of interesting sector-led projects. Drop me a message if you'd like to hear more or be considered!

Job Title - Lawyer - Non-Contentious Construction Department/Sector - Legal Job Location - Exeter Salary - Competitive Comprising three specialist lawyers, our client's specialist Construction team has a wealth of experience and expertise, and an excellent reputation for providing consistent first class advice principally in the core sectors of Education, Renewables, Local Government, NHS and Private Sector (developer, land owners and main contractors). The team is looking to grow further with the appointment of a new Solicitor who will become an integral member of the expanding national practice. The successful candidate will be included in the business development initiatives of the team and be asked to lead and develop interest areas for career progression. The partners already have a strategy to build the practice and this role will include preparing for seminars, drafting email bulletins and participating in business development events. Main Duties: Drafting of building contracts and associate sub-contracts (primarily JCT & NEC3, though some knowledge of PPC, FIDIC, IChemE & MF/1 would be advantageous). Development agreements. Maintenance and FM agreements. Consultant agreements. Collateral warranties. All forms of security documentation. Project monitoring. Dispute avoidance. Professional Skills & Abilities Strong academic background. Non-contentious construction experience gained within a leading regional or city practice. A genuine interest in pursuing a career in non-contentious construction law within our core sectors. Experience of working in the energy and renewables sector is preferable.

Job Title: Construction Solicitor (PQE 2+) Location: Hale (Hybrid opportunities available) Our client, an award-winning and highly respected UK law firm, is currently looking to recruit a passionate and experienced Construction Solicitor (PQE 2+) to join their expanding Construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-quality, complex matters within a dynamic and collaborative legal environment. With a dedicated team of over 50 professionals and growing, our client is committed to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a positive, supportive workplace culture. This role offers the chance to be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and people. About the Role The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious construction matters, working directly alongside the Head of Construction to ensure efficient, expert service delivery. This role will primarily focus on contentious construction law , and therefore experience in dispute resolution under JCT and other construction contracts is essential. There will also be opportunities to engage in non-contentious work , with training provided if required. Key Responsibilities Manage complex contentious construction matters, including adjudication, litigation, arbitration, expert determination, and mediation. Provide strategic and commercially sound advice to resolve disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. Support the Head of Construction in team organisation and overall service delivery. Mentor and support junior team members, sharing technical and procedural knowledge. Draft and negotiate construction contracts and ancillary documents (non-contentious work, if applicable). Collaborate with internal teams including real estate, corporate, and finance to deliver integrated client solutions. Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service and communication. Identify legal risks and develop strategies for risk mitigation. Manage and prioritise a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment. Maintain detailed and accurate records of ongoing cases. Ensure adherence to SLA terms and internal deadlines. Ideal Candidate Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 2+ years PQE in construction law. Strong experience in contentious construction work; non-contentious experience is desirable but not essential. Commercially minded with strong tactical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional attention to detail and organisational ability. Strong communicator with the ability to manage client expectations and relationships. A collaborative team player with a proactive and positive attitude. Employee Benefits Our client offers a comprehensive and thoughtful employee benefits package, focused on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance: Health & Wellbeing: Annual bonus scheme (up to 10% of salary) Private healthcare package: 24/7 GP access, dental, optical & physio contributions Annual eye and hearing tests Life insurance (4x salary) Company pension scheme Monthly in-office massages Access to counselling services Paid sick leave (up to 5 days across 2 occasions) Birthday off work Social & Lifestyle Perks: Free subscriptions to Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime & Apple News+ Free conveyancing services

Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The department Our specialist Construction and Engineering team is one of the most established and well-regarded in the regions, as reflected by our team and individual rankings in the leading legal directories, Chambers and Legal500. Our Construction lawyers are experienced in dealing with both contentious and non-contentious construction matters, acting for a variety of both public and private sector clients, including further and higher education colleges, academies, local authorities and NHS Trusts, as well as funders, developers, contractors, sub-contractors and consultants. Coming from a range of backgrounds, including major City practices, national and regional firms, the depth and range of expertise means the team can work together in major and complex transactions and provide a sector-based offering for all our clients. There is a strong team ethos which also means there is support and opportunity across the spectrum, ensuring pastoral support at all levels, mentoring, regular communication and a clear route for advancement. The objective is that colleagues have a clear role but the opportunity to develop and make the role "their own". The team's transactional work includes advising on industry standard form contracts (such as JCT, ICE, NEC, GC/Works, ACE, RIBA, RICS, FIDIC, and PFI/PPP forms), as well as regularly preparing and advising on bespoke forms of contract. The team also has a buoyant and busy construction disputes practice, acting for a wide range of clients in relation to litigation, arbitration, adjudication and all forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution as well as a national reputation, ranking highly in the legal directories, but with an existing client base focused primarily around London, the M25 corridor, the East of England and the Southeast, added to potential future opportunities for working on arbitrations heard in London for internationally based clients. Purpose of job We are seeking a specialist contentious skill set from a candidate who has ideally 6+ years PQE gained within a strong regional, national or City firm, or international equivalent, ideally with experience in some or all of the following: Knowledge of advising on potential disputes and disputes regarding the main industry standard form construction contracts, such as JCT, NEC etc. Experience of Adjudication, Litigation and/or Arbitration. Knowledge of methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution. The information provided in relation to PQE is provided for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Any applicant with more or less PQE than that mentioned in the vacancy details will be considered on their individual merits. Equal opportunities At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (rising to 30 days) Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.

As a Commercial Lawyer will provide high-quality legal advice and services on a wide range of commercial matters, ensuring the company s interests are well-protected and that it complies with all relevant laws and regulations. This role requires a deep understanding of commercial law, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Job Overview You will be providing high quality commercial legal services to this developing business - focused on resources & national infrastructure programmes, advising on the legal ramifications and structuring of a wide range of commercial arrangements and diverse capital /commercial projects, transactions and contracts, drafting, negotiation and settling various forms of commercial contracts. Advising the company on the legal ramifications and structuring of a wide range of often complex and expansive engineering and construction arrangements and diverse commercial projects, transactions and contracts. Focussing on the full remit of non-contentious (and some initial stages contentious) engineering and construction matters relating to infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. About You Excellent knowledge of law and legal research techniques, contract drafting and interpretation. Produces sound analysis, using secure legal research. Pro-active individual with interest in business matters. A Qualified lawyer (Solicitor/Barrister/Chartered Legal Executive) Apply today

A dynamic Central London firm is seeking a Construction Law Solicitor with 2 to 3 years' PQE to join their growing team. This is a rare opportunity for a junior Construction Law Solicitor to work directly alongside the CEO and senior associates, supporting a blend of contentious and predominantly non-contentious work for a high-end client base including HNW individuals and luxury retail brands. The Construction Law Solicitor's role The successful Construction Law Solicitor will work on a wide range of matters including drafting and negotiating building contracts, professional appointments, and development agreements, as well as handling disputes. The role involves high client interaction, so candidates must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The Construction Law Solicitor 2-3 years' PQE with at least 6 months' construction law experience Previous experience in non-contentious construction law (England & Wales) Strong written and verbal skills with good commercial awareness In Return? Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 Work alongside senior leadership on high-value construction matters High-quality client base Excellent scope for professional development

A prestigious West End legal practice is seeking a talented Construction Law Solicitor with 2 to 3 years' PQE to join their thriving team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Law Solicitor with a strong academic background and experience at a reputable city or regional law firm, looking to specialise in construction law and work alongside senior professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment. The Construction Law Solicitor's Role The successful Construction Law Solicitor will work as a junior associate, supporting the firm's Managing Partner and a senior construction associate. The role will involve a diverse mix of contentious and non-contentious work, with a primary focus on the latter. The Construction Law Solicitor will handle a range of matters, including contract reviews, project management, and liaising with clients, such as high-net-worth individuals and luxury retail clients. This role requires a Construction Law Solicitor who can confidently manage both transactional and contentious cases, as well as demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently when needed. Regular client interaction is a key component of this role, so excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are essential. The Construction Law Solicitor 2 to 3 years' PQE as a qualified Solicitor, with a minimum of 6 months' experience in construction law. Strong academic background, with excellent grades from a recognised institution. Experience at a reputable city or regional law firm. Experience in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters (UK or equivalent jurisdictions, e.g., New Zealand/NZ-qualified). Understanding of the basic principles of construction law and familiarity with common forms of contract. Strong organisational and project management skills. Ability to communicate effectively with high-net-worth individuals and retail clients. Keen interest in pursuing a career as a construction law associate. In Return? Salary £65,000 - £80,000 Clear career progression within a reputable firm. Great benefits, hybrid working. Great social culture. Opportunity to work alongside senior professionals. Involvement in high-profile projects and clients. Ongoing professional development and training.

Legal Counsel (Contentious Construction) Legal Counsel 5 - 8 years PQE (Contentious Construction) Remote working/travel at times Competitive salary and bonus We have an exciting opportunity for Legal Counsel to join as a key member and legal adviser on contentious construction within the Litigation and Disputes team. • You will be a key liaison between the Legal Director, Senior Legal Counsel, other team members and Capita businesses. • You will provide technical, timely, commercially aware contentious construction legal advice and assistance on a range of client and supplier contracts and projects on a pro-active basis. • You will ideally be a contentious construction disputes specialist with around 5 - 8 years PQE but construction lawyers who have non-contentious construction experience are also encouraged to apply. Job title: Legal Counsel (Contentious Construction) Job Description: What you'll be doing: Providing efficient progression and resolution of litigation and disputes where Capita has provided construction services to clients and suppliers. Locating, collating, reviewing, analysing and reporting on key material relating to disputes and jointly with Senior Legal Counsel considering the merits as to liability and quantum with a view to engaging claimants and other potential defendants to reach an early commercial settlement. Negotiating disputes at the pre-action stage with a view to achieving the early, efficient and cost-effective resolution of disputes with Capita's construction clients and suppliers. Developing relationships with stakeholders and helping to promote the Litigation and Disputes team and wider legal team within the business. Engaging with external panel legal firms for litigation advice and assistance, ensuring effective cost management. Assisting with the implementation and development of legal policies, procedures and guidance, including training, and in particular the policies for litigation management. Managing continuous personal professional development, sharing know-how with the disputes and wider legal and business teams and assisting with development and dissemination of legal training as required. Liaising with and supporting the Legal Director on high profile, group wide or divisional projects and/or reporting, regarding dispute resolution and effective litigation management. What we're looking for: You will ideally be a contentious construction disputes specialist with experience of court proceedings in the High Court and TCC (including the Pre-Action Protocol for Construction and Engineering Disputes). 5 - 8 years PQE. Can work with limited supervision and be able to manage and resolve complex construction disputes. Co-Pilot experience or openness to learning how to utilise it are essential. Embracing and working alongside AI to achieve efficiencies will be necessary. An ability to draft key correspondence and documents on complex construction disputes (e.g. defect and delay claims) such as letters of claim, responses to letters of claim etc. Experience of leading the resolution of construction disputes from inception to conclusion. Sound legal, construction industry, commercial, business and negotiating acumen, along with excellent written and oral communication skills, articulate and proficient drafting. About Group Legal Our Group Legal Function is one of Capita's central corporate functions and is sharing legal knowledge to create a more productive and successful business going forward. Our team is working with the Board and Capita's divisions to provide legal and regulatory advice and assistance. We're building a framework for managing legal risk for both today and tomorrow to ensure we can continue to adapt to changing technologies and ways of working. Join us and discover how you will shape the future of legal assistance. What we hope you'll do next: Looking to discover more? In line with our values for openness and transparency, if you are happy to do so, please let your line manager know (this isn't a mandatory requirement). Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application and send us your CV. We're an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you'd like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email and we'll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website. Location: United Kingdom Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

Solicitor/Associate - Construction Sector Home Based with occasional travel to the office (Warwick shire) Excellent Salary & Benefits Flexible working and Fantastic culture My client. a leading regional Legal practice are looking to recruit a Solicitor/Associate (ideally 3-6 years PQE) to join their growing Construction team. You will work on a broad spectrum of Construction Law matters with regional, national and international clients. The role has a mixed caseload and welcomes candidates with experience on contentious matters including litigation, mediation and adjudication or non contentious matters (Negotiating contracts for New Build or construction projects). The overriding purpose of the role is to generate profitable revenue actively through the delivery of an excellent internal and external client service, efficient regulatory working practices and desire to work closely with clients and colleagues. This represents an great opportunity to grow a practice/business in Construction, working on Mixed case load (Contentious or non Contentious) or specialise if preferred. Job responsibilities: Responsible for running own caseload and ensuring deadlines are met; Assisting Partners on complex and high value matters; Ensuring the retention of good clients through appropriate client management and service delivery; Ensuring all new instructions are appropriately scoped and priced, with good financial management; Ensuring clients receive accurate, up-to-date legal advice that takes account of their circumstances and represents "value for money"; Contributing to the development of the team business plan and take ownership for the delivery of assigned activities; Developing relationship with peer group across the firm; Contributing to motivating colleagues to ensure they are engaged in achieving the firm's objectives and effective use of tools and opportunities (e.g. regular 121s) to maximise the strengths and skills of direct reports; Supporting business development/marketing and attending conferences; and Managing direct reports as the team continues to grow. Person Specification: Have proven technical experience in Construction Law; Have experience of Court processes and procedures and related case management; Be adaptable, enthusiastic, have a flexible approach and be able to work under pressure both individually and as part of a team; Work with colleagues across the firm; Ensure that the client is at the heart of all activities which generates valued service outcome in a timely and cost-effective manner; Benefits: Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days), pension, private healthcare, training and development, life assurance, healthcare scheme, subsidised gym membership, hybrid working, on-site parking, canteen and an active social committee.

Status: Full-time (renewable) CONTRACT INSIDE IR35 Location: Rosyth, Scotland - hybrid Office attendance 3 days per fortnight Reports to: Senior Commercial Officer Morson Talent are working with a major player within the Defence Sector who have a current requirement for a Commercial Manager to join their established Project team in Rosyth, Scotland. This is a contract role, inside IR35, offered on a hybrid basis, with office attendance expected 3 days per fortnight T&S applicable. Broad Scope: The Commercial Manager will have responsibility for contract management of a portfolio of contracts (supplier performance management) The Commercial Manager will be the primary point of commercial contact on the contract/s assigned to them and will be required to work closely and pro-actively with the other stakeholders at all levels and across all the teams within the business ensuring that the requirements of the individual contracts and their impact upon the overall Project are successfully delivered. Description of Role (primarily pre-award): Determine the appropriate commercial actions for requirements, including supply market analysis, draft strategy plans, contract management plans and facilitate key aspects of the delivery. Ensure all contracts adhere to procurement regulations and Policy Lead and/or assist in identification and collation of supplier data to inform supplier deep dives, supplier strategies and roadmaps Lead and/or assist (depending on project value) in the portfolio management of requirements and contracts varying in risk and complexity ensuring contract obligations are met in line with the contract and business requirements Draft Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ), Invitation to Tender (ITT) and contract documentation in accordance with policy and legislation Support negotiations of terms and pricing and manage contracts amendments in accordance with policy Lead or support negotiation and contract placement when required and highlight novel and contentious issues to Senior Commercial Officer (SCO) to ensure satisfactory resolution Communicate in a timely manner with a range of internal and external stakeholders including suppliers and Subject Matter Experts Conduct assurance and due diligence of commercial activity within own area of responsibility in order to provide confidence in commercial outcomes. Provide support and assistance to commercial enabling teams to assist delivery of Business Improvement projects Deliverables: Preparation of tender documentation Commercial Strategy for a new infrastructure project Contract Management Plan & Obligations Matrix Evaluation of supplier proposals Support to negotiations Monthly AAR checks on monthly cost statements for single source awarded contract(s) Contract Management of a portfolio of contracts Monthly SOFT Report to Delivery Manager Essential Experience NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract skill set (Defence background preferable) Contract Management and Procurement associated with major, complex and/or high value Projects with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies. Desirable Typically degree qualified and progressing to or holds current membership of RICS / CICES / IOB/ CIPS Maritime / Single Source (SSCR) experience Good commercial skills and ability to make sound decisions on matters of financial value. Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills. Good understanding of the UK regulatory framework. ideally

A well-established and multi-disciplinary professional services group is seeking a Construction Solicitor (3 years' PQE+) to join their nationally recognised team. With a strong reputation across contentious, non-contentious, Surety, and Building Safety Act matters, the team continues to experience exceptional growth and demand across all areas of its practice. The Construction Solicitor role This is an exciting opportunity for a Construction Solicitor to work on high-value, complex, and technical construction disputes and projects. The successful Construction Solicitor will advise clients across the private and public sectors including developers, insurers, contractors, housebuilders and construction companies. Work will include TCC litigation, adjudications, contract negotiations, procurement advice and surety matters such as performance and retention bonds. The team prides itself on cradle-to-grave involvement and works side-by-side with built environment professionals - giving the Construction Solicitor the chance to gain valuable commercial insight beyond legal advice alone. The Ideal Candidate The ideal Construction Solicitor will be 3+ years PQE, with experience across a broad spectrum of construction law, ideally including both contentious and non-contentious matters. Exposure to adjudication, litigation or arbitration processes will be beneficial. A working understanding of JCT, NEC or FIDIC contracts is essential. Relevant qualifications include: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction) Previous experience in a recognised construction law team Strong commercial awareness and excellent drafting skills In Return? The successful Construction Solicitor will enjoy a rewarding and collaborative working environment with a strong emphasis on career progression. Employees are supported from day one through a comprehensive learning and development programme. The salary for this Construction Solicitor role is in the range of £55,000 - £75,000 , depending on experience. Additional benefits include: Annual bonuses of up to 20% Share save and incentive schemes Private health cover Electric and hybrid car scheme 25+ days annual leave plus flexible holiday options Enhanced maternity/paternity leave A strong culture of inclusion and social impact engagement This is a fantastic opportunity for a Construction Solicitor to be part of a forward-thinking team, delivering exceptional service while shaping the built environment sector.

In-House Construction Solicitor (Non-Contentious) Bath - Salary up to 65K plus 10% car allowance Yolk Recruitment is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of an in-house Solicitor position with one of the world's leading construction and engineering consultancies. Working within a highly experienced Commercial & Legal team, this opportunity offers the chance to support a global project portfolio including major developers, Premier League Football Clubs, top-tier universities, and world-renowned architects. This is a rare in-house legal role that combines cross-border work, contract negotiation, and direct involvement in some of the most high-profile developments in the built environment. This is what you will be doing As a Solicitor in this dynamic in-house team, your responsibilities will include: Providing practical and commercially focused legal advice on a wide range of non-contentious construction and commercial matters. Drafting, negotiating and reviewing consultancy agreements, warranties, novation's, sub-consultant contracts, and related legal documentation. Advising on risk mitigation and supporting internal teams through the full project lifecycle. Promoting adherence to corporate governance frameworks and advising on exceptions where appropriate. Supporting legal training initiatives and helping improve internal legal systems and processes. The experience you will bring to the team To succeed in this Solicitor role, you will bring the following experience to the Construction team: A UK legal qualification with 0-4 years' PQE. Solid experience in non-contentious construction law, ideally with exposure to commercial legal matters. Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills. A commercial mindset and excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities. Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload effectively. This is what you will get in return Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid working pattern (2-3 days in the office per week) 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off 10% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance covering you and your family Bonus scheme of up to 4% of annual salary Enhanced family leave policies 3pm finish on the last Friday of every month Funded professional memberships (up to two annually) Ongoing professional development support and international career pathways Are you up to the challenge? This Solicitor role offers a unique opportunity to join an internationally respected in-house legal team and work on some of the most exciting infrastructure and development projects in the UK and beyond. If you're ready to take your legal career global while enjoying excellent flexibility, benefits, and culture, apply today by contacting Oliver Coodye. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Construction Solicitor (Contentious) - Glasgow or Edinburgh Exceptional Employer Respected Team Permanent Role We are hiring on behalf of our client, a leading legal firm, for a Construction Solicitor (Contentious) to join their highly regarded team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional with 2-5 years PQE (flexible) to step into a role offering strong career progression and exposure to high-quality work. Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: Join a respected team within a leading firm known for its outstanding legal expertise in construction law. PQE flexibility - candidates with 2-5 years' experience will be considered. Excellent career development opportunities with long-term growth potential. The Role: Handling a range of contentious construction matters, including contract disputes and adjudications. Advising clients across various sectors, including contractors, developers, and consultants. Managing a caseload of high-value, complex construction disputes. Working closely with a team of experts in a collaborative and supportive environment. Engaging in business development and networking to grow client relationships. The Person: Qualified Solicitor (Scotland) with 2-5 years PQE in construction law (contentious focus). Experience in litigation, arbitration, and adjudication within the construction sector. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work on complex legal matters. Excellent communication and client relationship management skills. The Reward: Competitive salary and excellent benefits package. Genuine progression opportunities within a leading legal team. The chance to work with high-profile clients on market-leading cases. Supportive and collaborative culture with a strong focus on professional development.

Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The department We have one of the best regarded and largest dedicated property teams within the country, numbering over 100 specialists. Our property lawyers are particularly experienced in dealing with development and investment, planning, secured lending and landlord and tenant matters. Our lawyers come from a range of backgrounds, including major City practices, other major national and regional firms, industry and local government and include individuals with construction, planning and commercial expertise. The depth and range of expertise means the team can work together in major and complex transactions on cost effective terms, providing our clients with true value for money. The team currently comprises a number of specialist qualified Commercial Property solicitors and Partners, making us one of the largest Commercial Property teams in the East of England. We have the strength and depth of expertise to ensure we deliver the service you would expect in respect of technical quality, practical approach and timeliness of advice. The property team has experience in all areas of contentious and non-contentious legal matters, representing clients from a broad range of public and private organisations as well as individuals and senior executives and we are proud to act for sector leading clients nationwide and some of the East of England's most important businesses and institutions. Accountabilities Our team has extensive combined experience and the ideal candidate will possess experience in the following areas: Conditional and unconditional acquisitions and disposals Portfolio acquisitions, disposals and management Secured lending transactions for lenders and borrowers Acting for landlords and tenants across multiple sectors in relation to: - Leases - Conditional and unconditional agreements for lease - Management matters such as licences to assign, alter etc Supporting the firm's corporate team with the real estate aspects of their share and asset sales and purchases Being an integral part of the teams business development initiatives The candidate To join our Commercial Property team we are seeking a candidate who is a solicitor with ideally 6+ years' PQE experience gained within a well-regarded city, regional or national firm with a well-developed knowledge in all areas of commercial property law. The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of the law yet be able to think commercially and analytically so as to provide accurate and practical advice to company clients and high net worth individuals which is tailored to their needs, with an ability to think clearly under pressure. You will also be expected to play an active role in marketing and practice development as well as providing a high level of service to existing clients. The successful candidate will also be involved in team leadership and supervision of junior members of the team, also supporting the leadership teams across all offices. Birketts has designed a 'Talent Management Framework' which provides a career structure that will help us develop, retain and reward talented people. Promotion is based on assessment of your performance, competency and achievements. Our Talent Management Framework will see you joining as a Senior Associate at 6+ years' PQE, with the opportunity to be promoted to Legal Director / Partner over 10 years PQE, or equally (depending on experience) we will consider Legal Directors or Partners for this role. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial property lawyer to join a successful team in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation and can offer good career prospects. Qualifications/Experience 6 years'+ PQE gained within a strong regional, national or City firm Commercial landlord and tenant work knowledge Experience of acting for both banks and borrowers in secured lending matters Knowledge of providing property support as part of corporate transactions Strong academic background A high attention to detail to produce work/ documentation which is consistently of a high standard To have a flexible approach to work to ensure client deadlines are always met and clients are communicated with on a consistent and regular basis. Interest in and aptitude for business development The information provided in relation to PQE is provided for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Any applicant with more or less PQE than that mentioned in the vacancy details will be considered on their individual merits. Equal opportunities At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.