New Job Opening: Construction Solicitor in Manchester, UK

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  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.