Construction Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – Hampshire

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Hampshire is seeking a Construction Solicitor to join its respected and expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a leading practice handling high-quality construction matters while benefiting from strong progression opportunities, hybrid working, and a competitive salary package.

The Role
You will advise a wide range of clients including developers, contractors, consultants, and public sector bodies across both contentious and/or non-contentious construction work depending on your experience. Responsibilities include:

• Drafting and negotiating construction contracts, appointments, warranties, and associated documentation
• Advising on JCT, NEC and other industry-standard forms
• Managing construction disputes including adjudication, arbitration, and litigation
• Providing strategic advice on risk management, contract performance, and project issues
• Supporting senior colleagues on larger construction projects
• Contributing to business development and maintaining long-term client relationships

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working and strong work-life balance
• Clear career progression pathways within a Legal 500-ranked department
• Excellent training, support, and professional development
• Opportunity to work with high-profile clients and on complex, high-value projects
• A collaborative, supportive team environment

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ-5 PQE or above considered) with experience in construction law
• Experience in non-contentious, contentious, or mixed construction matters
• Strong technical knowledge and excellent drafting skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Ambitious, commercially aware, and committed to professional development

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally. Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. The role; CW 60314 Construction Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – Hampshire

For more information send your CV or get in touch with Gemma at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible CW 60314 Construction Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – Hampshire