In-House Contentious Construction Solicitor

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an In-House Contentious Construction Solicitor to join a major housing organisation in Birmingham on a six-month fixed-term contract.

You'll provide strategic advice on complex building remediation, construction disputes and cost recovery matters, helping the organisation protect its financial, regulatory and reputational position.

Client Details

The client is a large, purpose-led housing organisation committed to providing safe, affordable and high-quality homes. It combines a strong social purpose with a commercially focused approach, reinvesting in its homes, services and communities.

You'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking working environment where legal advice plays an important role in operational decision-making. The organisation places a strong emphasis on inclusion, employee wellbeing, professional development and delivering positive outcomes for residents.

Description

The In-House Contentious Construction Solicitor will be:

• Leading the legal strategy for building remediation, construction defect and cost recovery claims involving developers, contractors, consultants, insurers and warranty providers.
• Advising on Building Safety Act 2022 obligations, leaseholder protections, remediation liabilities, landlord duties and associated regulatory requirements.
• Investigating potential claims through the review of construction contracts, consultant appointments, collateral warranties, technical evidence and historic project documentation.
• Managing contentious and pre-contentious matters, including professional negligence claims, latent defects, insurance-backed claims, mediation, settlement negotiations and tribunal or court proceedings.
• Instructing and managing external solicitors, counsel and technical experts while ensuring advice, costs and litigation strategy remain proportionate and commercially focused.

Profile

The In-House Contentious Construction Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor, barrister, CILEX lawyer with substantial experience of contentious construction, commercial litigation or property-related disputes.
• Experienced in advising on building defects, remediation claims, professional negligence, contractual liability, warranties, limitation and recovery strategy.
• Knowledgeable about the Building Safety Act 2022 and the wider legal framework covering building safety, remediation and leaseholder protection.
• Experienced in assessing claims through latent defects insurance, NHBC Buildmark, Premier Guarantee, LABC Warranty, collateral warranties or similar recovery mechanisms.
• Able to provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice while working collaboratively with surveyors, project managers, fire engineers, insurers and senior stakeholders.

Job Offer

This is a six-month, full-time fixed-term contract offering the opportunity to take ownership of complex, high-profile remediation and recovery matters within a supportive in-house legal function.

The role offers hybrid working, with two days each week in the Midlands office and three days working from home. The wider benefits package includes generous annual leave, pension contributions, private medical support, flexible benefits and access to a comprehensive employee wellbeing programme.

If you're an experienced In-House Contentious Construction Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.