Construction Solicitor

Construction

• Join a growing Construction team in Leeds
• Excellent progression within a growing Leeds team

About Our Client

Our client is a long established and award winning commercial legal firm in Leeds with a strong reputation across Yorkshire and nationally. With a client base that includes household names, major developers and businesses across multiple sectors, the firm offers the quality of work often associated with national practices while maintaining an approachable culture.

Job Description

The Construction Solicitor will be:* Advising on a broad range of non contentious construction matters
* Drafting and negotiating standard form construction contracts including JCT, NEC, IChemE and FIDIC
* Working with developers, contractors, employers and subcontractors across major projects
* Assisting with construction disputes and contentious matters where required
* Working closely with colleagues across commercial property and wider teams
* Advising clients across retail, education, transport, energy, utilities, water and power sectors
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships
* Working on business development initiatives and networking opportunities

• * Working alongside construction specialists within a growing team

The Successful Applicant

The Construction Solicitor should be / have;
* A solicitor with 0-2 years PQE
* A trainee solicitor with a completed seat in construction will also be considered
* Interested in developing a career in construction law within a large regional firm
* Experienced or knowledgeable in non contentious construction matters
* Familiar with standard form construction contracts including JCT and NEC
* Commercially minded with strong communication skills

• * Keen to work closely with clients across a variety of sectors

What's on Offer

• Salary ranging from £54,000 to £60,000 GBP.
• 25 days of annual holiday leave.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• 5% pension contribution.

Contact

Mike Smith

Quote job ref

JN-052026-7018108

Phone number

+44 07881904018

08/07/2026