Construction Solicitor – Advisory

Overview

In this role you will advise on non-contentious construction matters for high-profile clients across multiple sectors, supporting landmark projects in a collaborative, cross-border environment. You will draft and negotiate core construction documents, shape procurement and project structuring, and provide specialist input to other departments. This position offers clear career progression, a focus on work-life balance, and the opportunity to influence prestigious projects from Belfast. You will work closely with clients, consultants, and colleagues to deliver practical, client-centric solutions.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive remuneration
• excellent career progression opportunities
• strong work-life balance
• collaborative environment
• top-tier projects
• professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Advise on non-contentious construction law across projects
• Draft and negotiate contracts and documents (NEC, JCT, FIDIC)
• Draft building contracts, professional appointments, collateral warranties, and related agreements
• Advise on procurement strategies, project structuring, and risk allocation
• Provide specialist input on cross-department matters (real estate, banking, corporate)
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and colleagues across jurisdictions
• Manage complex workstreams and nurture client relationships
• Contribute to high-value projects and uphold firm’s collaborative culture

Key requirements

• 5-6+ years’ PQE (guidance)
• Strong advisory/non-contentious construction and procurement experience
• Pragmatic, client-facing, solutions-focused approach
• Ability to manage complex workstreams and build relationships
• Value to the team and potential Partners with a following

• client-facing
• pragmatic
• solutions-focused
• construction contract drafting
• negotiation
• procurement strategies

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