Construction Solicitor, Excellent Belfast Firm

Overview

In this role you will join a well-regarded Belfast construction practice handling both contentious and non-contentious matters. You’ll advise on contracts, risk, procurement and project delivery while supporting disputes, gaining broad, client-facing experience. The firm emphasizes mentorship, development and a strong culture, offering progression and meaningful exposure to high-value projects.

You will work with partners to deliver practical, solutions-led advice and build lasting client relationships. This is a growth-focused opportunity in a supportive, flexible environment with clear career progression.

• competitive salary and benefits package
• work-life balance and flexibility
• clear progression opportunities
• collaborative culture
• support, development and recognition as part of daily life

• Advise on construction contracts, risk allocation and procurement strategies
• Analyse project delivery structures and provide practical advice
• Support on disputes where required to broaden your skillset
• Engage directly with clients and internal stakeholders in meetings
• Contribute to client solutions and not solely drafting
• Collaborate with partners to mentor and develop junior team members

• 1–7 years’ PQE in construction law or strong interest in developing in this area
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious work (or interest in both)
• Solid technical foundation with commercial problem-solving ability
• Strong communication skills for client and internal stakeholder interaction
• Proactive mindset with ownership of work and willingness to learn and contribute
• Ability to work in a high-performing team and manage multiple priorities

• communication
• proactivity
• relationship-building
• construction law
• contracts
• risk allocation