Construction Lawyer

Construction Lawyer
£45,000 to £55,000 per annum
Chesterfield
Full Time, Permanent

Who we are:

CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.

For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.

About the business:

CRA Legal are recruiting on behalf of a reputable, regional law firm with a national presence. The firm boast an excellent standard of work, a strong client base a growing business. The successful candidate will be joining a well-networked, highly-regarded and expert team of Litigation Lawyers with experienced partners who drive a great work culture.

If successful, you will perform the following role as a Construction Lawyer:

• Represent clients in construction-related disputes, including breach of contract, construction defect claims, delay claims, and payment disputes.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings and arbitrations, and negotiate settlements.
• Advise clients on legal matters related to construction projects, including risk management and contract negotiation.
• Work closely with other lawyers and staff to ensure that all clients receive top-quality legal representation.

The organisation will offer you the following employment benefits package:

• 23 - 30 days holiday + bank holidays (role / length of service dependant)
• Pension scheme
• Company sick pay
• Flexible working
• Hybrid working
• Bonus Scheme - Company wide, individual and XMAS
• Free eye tests
• Car parking
• Social events
• Study sponsorship

To apply, you will be required to meet the following criteria:

• You will be a newly qualified lawyer, or with post qualification experience of up to 5 years
• Previous employment within a Property Litigation or Construction Litigation is required
• Exposure to handling contentious construction law would be a big benefit
• A strong academic record is preferred

How to apply:

If this Construction Lawyer vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call 0114********* for a confidential discussion.

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Additional Information:

CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

This Construction Lawyer vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.