Construction Lawyer

4 days ago


Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Henderson Scott Limited Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction & Engineering Lawyer to join our team based in Guildford. This role is ideal for a candidate looking to work with a highly regarded team on high-value, complex disputes and projects in sectors such as logistics, education, car manufacturing, and construction.

About the Role
  • This position offers exposure to an impressive client base, including employers, construction professionals, main contractors, and subcontractors.
  • The successful candidate will work on quality projects, with opportunities to develop their own practice and network.
Key Responsibilities
  1. Contentious Matters: Adjudication, arbitration, and litigation in the TCC, including issues of payment, professional negligence, delay, and defective works.
  2. Non-Contentious Matters: Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and ancillary agreements, leading transactions, and providing ongoing project advice.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Experience in contentious construction matters (adjudication, arbitration, TCC litigation)
  • Experience in non-contentious work (drafting and negotiating contracts, providing project advice)
  • Strong interpersonal skills, commercial awareness, and high-quality experience from a reputable City or national/regional practice
  • A genuine interest in the construction and engineering sector and a commitment to developing client relationships
Benefits
  • Competitive Base Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum
  • Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life Assurance
  • Travel Allowance or Parking Reimbursement
  • Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan
  • Profit Share and Discretionary Bonus Schemes
Working Environment

The firm offers flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements, and is open to full-time and part-time candidates.



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