Construction Solicitor

Are you a talented Construction Solicitor (1–3 PQE) looking to take the next step in your career?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We can offer you:
  • An opportunity to join a thriving, nationally recognised Construction team
  • A culture of collaboration, trust and support where your ideas and contributions matter
  • Exposure to a broad variety of construction work, both contentious and non-contentious
  • A high-performing, dynamic team environment with expert mentoring and support
  • A competitive salary and an excellent benefits package

We are offering the right 1-3 year PQE Solicitor an opportunity to join our thriving Construction team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our supportive and highly talented team to produce high quality legal services to clients, providing assistance with construction disputes, litigation, adjudication and mediation work. The opportunity shall include some non-contentious work, including advising on and drafting and negotiating contracts, including JCT, NEC and bespoke agreements. 

Application Deadline
July 31, 2025
Department
Shakespeare Martineau - Litigation - Construction - Construction - 2203
Employment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
London
Workplace type
Hybrid
Reporting To
Clare Reed

Key Responsibilities

  • providing assistance on a broad caseload of complex construction related matters
  • working with the team on our business development activities to attract new clients and develop relationships with existing clients
  • working closely with a range of clients to provide fast, pragmatic and commercial advice in correspondence and in person
  • attending client meetings, taking clients’ instructions and handling queries and enquiries efficiently
  • maintaining good file management
  • drafting documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client’s individual needs
  • negotiating with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives
  • working to strict deadlines

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

  • previous experience working on  construction disputes within a law firm. Including experience of assisting in the handling of construction disputes, for example, complying with the Pre-action Protocol for Construction and Engineering Disputes in the preparation of letters of claim and letters of response, TCC litigation, adjudication and ADR
  • some previous experience of drafting and negotiating amendments to standard form contracts (for example JCT/NEC) as well as bespoke forms of contract, appointments and collateral warranties on a variety of commercial and residential projects would be extremely helpful. 
  • some previous experience of drafting and negotiating letters of reliance, letters of intent, bonds and parent company guarantees would be helpful. 
  • proven experience working in a team environment, with strong commercial acumen
  • strong IT skills
  • the ability to manage files effectively
  • a willingness and enthusiasm to get involved in business development activities

Key competencies you will need:
  • Ambition and drive to  specialise in construction and engineering law, with some interest in energy law
  • to be personable with the ability to deal with a broad range of clients and build relationships with partners / key stakeholders
  • exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • a high degree of initiative and the ability to cope in a demanding environment
  • excellent organisational and prioritising skills
  • excellent communication skills
  • a desire to enhance client relationships through day-to-day activity
  • the ability to work in a busy team, as well as independently

About Shakespeare Martineau

Welcome to Shakespeare Martineau, where we're more than just a full-service law firm. With over 1100 specialists, including lawyers and business support professionals, we're committed to unlocking potential in our people and clients, inspiring confidence, growth, and development. 

Our purpose is clear: we provide creative solutions and advice that help individuals and businesses achieve their commercial and personal goals. But what truly sets us apart is our focus on building lasting relationships and championing our clients, ensuring they receive the best possible business and personal advice. 

At Shakespeare Martineau, it's our people who make us special. We understand what our team members want and give them the support they need to succeed. Recognising everyone's contribution and harnessing the unique power of teams, we work together to achieve success. 

Diversity is at the heart of our firm. We actively build and develop diverse teams, bringing together different backgrounds, personalities, and perspectives to deliver amazing solutions for our clients. We believe in playing to our strengths, constantly striving to improve, and empowering our teams with individual responsibility for their own learning and growth. 

Join us at Shakespeare Martineau and become a valued member of a team where we unlock your potential, appreciate your contributions, and achieve success together. 
 
As part of Ampa, we are part of a large multi-brand group, all of our brands are linked by a shared purpose and set of values that brings about a positive, inclusive and diverse work culture - helping everyone achieve their ambitions. 

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Application Deadline
July 31, 2025
Department
Shakespeare Martineau - Litigation - Construction - Construction - 2203
Employment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
London
Workplace type
Hybrid
Reporting To
Clare Reed
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