Solicitor

3 weeks ago


Bristol, United Kingdom Arup Full time

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

A career at Arup offers you the chance to make a positive difference in the world. Independently owned and independently minded, we attract a diverse mix of people to work on ground-breaking global projects. We have an ambitious commitment to be the digital leader in the built environment and we put sustainable development at the heart of what we do. We value people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, specialisms, and skills.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it

The Opportunity

We are looking for a junior mid-level Solicitor with experience in construction law, professional services, professional indemnity insurance and/or related fields (whether gained in private practice or in-house) to join our in-house legal team. We anticipate the role will be based in our new our office in central Birmingham; however, we are also willing to consider the role being based at another Arup’s UK offices (including London).

You will be able to provide legal support and advice on a broad range of issues relevant to a professional services business which will include reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, providing ongoing project advice, dispute resolution, and broader strategic matters, although it will be primarily a non-contentious role.

Knowledge of other areas of law arising in the industry is useful, e.g. health and safety law, planning & environmental law, intellectual property law, data privacy or public procurement law.

We are an in-house regional team of around 20 people, largely based around London supporting Arup across UK, India, Middle East and Africa.

Most of our Solicitors focus on support to specific parts of this region, for instance, in the UK, our business in the West, Midlands, Southeast, North/Scotland or Northwest & Yorkshire.

We are part of a highly connected global legal team which offers many opportunities for development. You will be able to enjoy our hybrid work model that creates an environment that accommodates different needs and allows members to integrate their work and personal lives alongside the needs of our business. 

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for people who:

Are qualified Solicitors that can provide direct legal advice, blending legal expertise with commercial awareness.Will take ownership of designated business segments, fostering robust internal networks.Can identify and address training needs, offering tailored workshops or seminars. Can advise on complex contractual issues, such as joint ventures, arrangements with building contractors, business advisory contracts or major bids and draft and review standard/non-standard contracts, with limited supervision.Prepare for and conduct complex negotiations. Work collaboratively within a mutually supportive team environment with a focus on team success and contribute to ongoing skills development for the benefit of the whole legal team.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.



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