https://jobs.co.uk/job/contentious-construction-solicitor-connections-the-recruitment-specialists--e7a9d5e1-cc0e-42b4-8d8a-a32a7ef7f3df RSS feed for Contentious Construction Solicitor at Connections The Recruitment Specialists. en-gb Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:21:56 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/contentious-construction-solicitor-connections-the-recruitment-specialists--e7a9d5e1-cc0e-42b4-8d8a-a32a7ef7f3df https://jobs.co.uk/job/contentious-construction-solicitor-connections-the-recruitment-specialists--e7a9d5e1-cc0e-42b4-8d8a-a32a7ef7f3df Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:53:16 GMT Location: Manchester | Salary: 60000.00-60000.00 Annual | Type: Permanent | We are working with a well-established legal practice seeking a Construction Solicitor to join their growing team. This role will initially focus on contentious construction matters, with the opportunity to gain exposure to non-contentious work over time. The successful candidate will work closely with clients to deliver strategic, commercially focused advice, supporting them through complex disputes while also helping to mitigate risk and avoid disputes where possible.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of contentious construction matters including adjudication, litigation, arbitration, expert determination and mediationAdvise clients on disputes arising under JCT and other construction contractsProvide strategic and commercially focused advice to achieve cost-effective and successful outcomesIdentify legal risks and advise on mitigation strategies in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practiceTake a proactive and innovative approach to dispute avoidance and resolutionSupport non-contentious construction matters where required, including:Drafting and negotiating construction contractsPreparing consultancy appointmentsAdvising on ancillary documentation such as c... Permanent