Associate / Solicitor – Construction – Poundbury

Overview

As a Construction Associate/Solicitor in Poundbury, you will handle contentious construction matters, including disputes, adjudication, mediation and court proceedings. You will provide strategic guidance as disputes arise and support non-contentious work where needed, serving a diverse client base of developers, contractors and consultants. You will manage your own caseload with guidance from the Head of Team and contribute to a collaborative, friendly practice across offices. This role offers training and development in construction law within a supportive team. You will help shape risk management and contractual strategies for clients in a real-world construction environment.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working
• competitive salary (45,000 – 85,000 depending on experience)
• equal opportunities employer
• training and development
• supportive team
• regional law firm culture

Responsibilities

• Advising on construction disputes, adjudication, mediation and court proceedings
• Providing strategic advice as disputes arise
• Supporting non-contentious construction matters where needed
• Working with a broad client base including developers, contractors and consultants
• Assisting clients with contractual structures and risk management
• Managing your own caseload with guidance from the Head of Team
• Contributing to a collaborative, friendly team across both offices

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ-4 PQE or above)
• Litigation experience from training or post qualification
• Interest in developing a construction law specialism
• Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset
• Client focused approach and strong attention to detail
• Enjoys working in a close knit, supportive team environment
• Construction experience is not required – full training and support will be provided

• strong communication
• proactive mindset
• client-focused
• construction disputes
• adjudication
• mediation

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