Average Construction Lawyer salary in the UK

The starting salary for this role is £59,868 to £65,755 per annum depending on experience, based on a 36-hour working week. Are you looking to take the next step in your career in Contracts, Procurement and Projects Law? As a Contracts and Procurement Senior Lawyer, you will join a supportive, successful and Lexcel accredited in-house legal team that delivers effective legal advice and assistance to the Council. The Council has an agile working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to our offices in Reigate, Woking and Weybridge combined with remote or home working. The team are very approachable (even when working remotely!) so there will always be someone to provide you with support and discuss matters with. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingUp to 5 days of carer's leave per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX with substantial experience of the law and practice in this area. This is an ideal role for those interested in developing and enhancing?their existing skills whilst undertaking quality and varied work. In this role you will work as part of a team of Contract Lawyers to provide quality proactive legal advice on issues including, but not limited to, Public Contract Regulations matters, Company law, Subsidy Control, NEC's and JCT construction Contracts, and general contract queries. You will have conduct of a full, varied and demanding caseload. Senior Lawyers play an active role in the management of the team, and you will be expected to deputise for the Principal Solicitor alongside actively contributing to the future delivery of first-class legal services. If you consider yourself to be an effective and dynamic individual, with some experience of managing and supervising people and the ability to motivate others whilst working in a team, then we want to hear from you! Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: You are a Solicitor, barrister or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authorityNegotiating and drafting experience such as construction contracts, service agreements, facilities management servicesProviding solutions-focused and enabling advice on a range of matters and an ability to learn quickly about subjects in which you may not have had prior experienceEffective team working, including managing competing priorities to achieve client/statutory deadlinesLeading and contributing at client and project meetings, providing exemplary client care and organisational skillsAdvising Members and Senior Officers of the Council Please note that advocacy will not form part of this role. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. This job advert closes at 23:59 on 16/03/2025 with interviews to follow. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. If you are looking for a role which is both varied and interesting with an opportunity to develop your existing skills and employment experience by working in local government, please click the apply button below to submit your application. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their applicationThe candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

TSR Legal are delighted to be working in partnership with a leading national firm who are seeking a Associate / Legal Director to join the construction department on a full time, permanent basis. The Firm Our client is a leading national law firm that offer a wide range of legal expertise. They have multiple offices and attract clients from across the country. Many of their lawyers are trained at the practice, with others joining from prestigious firms. Priding themselves on the professional approach, they deliver excellence as a standard. This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with five or more years of experience in construction matters with a focus on development projects to join this highly regarded firm. The successful candidate will join a professional, supportive team and will be managing a varied caseload and will support the growth of the department, focusing on building strong working relationships with clients. Responsibilities will include: • Lead Legal Advice: Provide expert guidance on all construction-related matters, from construction contracts to dispute resolution and public procurement.• Collaborate: Work closely with our Real Estate partners on development projects, offering strategic insights and legal support.• Client Relationships: Build and sustain strong, commercially valuable relationships with clients, offering trusted and practical advice.• Act as an ambassador for the Firm, participating in public speaking engagements, publishing articles, and promoting the Firm's expertise.• Mentorship and Leadership: Act as a role model within the team, ensuring that high standards of service and professionalism are consistently met. Support junior lawyers and help manage the team's overall success. The Candidate Qualified solicitor with 5 years plus PQEIdeally with experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters.A strong communicator with the ability to build lasting relationships with clientsHighly organised with the ability to meet and exceed deadlinesStrong academics The offer: A new challenge working at a thriving firm in CardiffA highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Hybrid working - on average 2 days a week from home. If you're interested in this Construction role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Rob at TSR Legal in confidence in absolute confidence.

Our Legal 200 recognised client is seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor to join their established Real Estate department. This is a great opportunity to join a prestigious firm and showcase your expertise in construction law. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload, including both non-contentious and contentious construction matters, and advise clients across various sectors, including developers, funders, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors.The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude with a keenness to learn and develop core practice skills, problem-solving abilities, and sound legal knowledge. You will have excellent drafting skills, be a hard-working team player who fits into a friendly, fast-growing team, and have an eye for detail. Commercial and financial awareness, alongside the ability to take responsibility for your professional development, are essential. Strong communication skills, excellent academics, and a desire for career progression are also important. Additionally, interpersonal and marketing skills, negotiation and organisational abilities, and the capacity to work independently in due course will be key to your success.The Firm:Award-winning, multi-accredited and ranked in the Legal 200 and 500, our client is well-known as a fantastic firm to work for and with. Investing in internal talent and giving back to their communities, they have built an enviable reputation amongst peers and clients alike. Attracting clients and lawyers in all sectors, they provide commercially viable advice and support continued development and progression throughout their team.What will be expected from you? Solicitor within a minimum 1 years PQE handling Construction mattersManage a caseload mainly focused on non-contentious construction lawDraft and negotiate standard form and bespoke building contracts, sub-contracts, and consultant appointmentsOversee construction documents related to development schemes, including collateral warranties, third-party rights schedules, assignments, and novation agreementsAdvise on legal issues arising during the construction process, such as delays, extensions of time, loss and expense claims, liquidated damages, and defective workCarry out contentious work as needed; experience in both non-contentious and contentious matters is essentialAdvise clients from various sectors including shopping centres, hotels, restaurants, retail units, and other commercial premisesWork with a diverse client base, including main contractors, sub-contractors, developers, and investor occupiers What is on offer in return?In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer many impressive incentives no include 24 days holiday, Non-Contractual leave (3 days over Christmas), Private Health, Benefits Hub, Mobile phone, and many other great benefitsPLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with https://uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/madeFor more information on this and other vacancies please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Ref 36994