AJ Chambers
16/04/2026
Full time
AJ Chambers are pleased to be working with a top law firm who are currently recruiting for a Construction Solicitor to Join their growing legal team. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the day to day running of files with appropriate supervision Advising on every aspect of construction contracts (e.g. payments, extensions of time, loss and expense, defects) Drafting witness statements, briefs to counsel, letters of instruction to experts and letters of claim CE Filing mainly in the Technology & Construction Court Liaising directly with clients Organising and maintaining tidy and accurate files Participating in seminars and contributing to the department's publications Following department procedures, the Solicitors' accounts rules and the Firm's policies and procedures as detailed in the Staff Manual Undertaking such duties and tasks that are appropriate for the role of Solicitor such as changes in information systems and new technology as may reasonably be required Key Requirements: A minimum of 1-2 year's post qualification in contentious construction A strong academic background with at least a 2:1 at degree level Proactive and prepared to work independently, escalating issues/matters as appropriate and always adopting a can-do attitude Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Experience of adjudications Able to effectively handle competing deadlines amongst a large workload Strong inter-personal skills working within a team but equally confident in working independently Excellent attention to detail to produce work / documentation of a high standard Benefits: Hybrid module once successful after probation Three days in the office and two days working from home Training and development opportunities Please contact Laura Chambers to find out more.