Solicitor - Construction - Cardiff - 4-8 Years PQE

Solicitor - Construction - Cardiff - 4-8 Years PQE
Location: Cardiff
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (hybrid working available)
Salary (Cardiff): £60,000 to £85,000 (dependent on experience)

A well established national law firm is seeking a Construction Associate / Senior Associate (4-8 years PQE) to join its thriving Construction practice in Cardiff. The team handles a broad mix of contentious and non contentious work and is experiencing strong growth, particularly in high profile transactional matters. The firm encourages lawyers to develop a wide skill set across both advisory and disputes work.

The Role
You'll be responsible for advising on a wide range of construction matters, including:

• Drafting and negotiating JCT and NEC contracts
• Supporting major construction and property development projects
• Advising on PPP and PFI transactions
• Working with FIDIC and ICHEME forms (desirable)
• Handling both contentious and non contentious matters
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices
• Contributing to the continued growth and profile of the team
• Hybrid working is supported, typically with 2-3 days per week in the office, depending on business needs.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor with:

• 4-8 years PQE in construction law
• Experience gained at a leading national, regional or City firm (or in house at a major contractor, consultant or public body)
• Strong familiarity with JCT and NEC contracts
• Wider procurement experience, including PFI / PPP
• Excellent technical ability and commercial awareness
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A confident, personable approach with leadership potential
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high performing team

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*