In House Solicitor
Construction & Procurement Law
Belfast Hybrid
c£45,000–£65,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Ready to combine your legal expertise as an in house solicitor with the dynamic world of construction and procurement?
Signatus are recruiting for a specialist Construction & Procurement Law team who need an ambitious Associate (ideally 2–5 PQE but others considered) to join their growing Belfast office.
Why this company?
- High-profile contentious & non-contentious work across the UK & Ireland
- Clients include contractors, consultants, developers, and public bodies
- Collaborative team of lawyers, engineers & quantity surveyors
- Hybrid working + relaxed dress code, company focuses on output, not facetime
The role:
- Advise clients on NEC, JCT, FIDIC contracts & procurement law
- Draft and review contracts, tender documentation & legal opinions
- Represent clients in adjudication, mediation, and negotiations
- Deliver seminars/training on construction law topics
- Build strong client relationships and support business development activities, raising your profile and credibility in the industry
What you’ll bring:
- 2–5 years PQE in construction law, procurement law, commercial contracts, or related disputes
- Strong drafting, advisory and client-facing skills
- Commercial mindset and interest in the built environment
- Degree in Law, Construction, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying (or equivalent experience)
- Full UK/ROI driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally
Package & Benefits:
- £45,000–£65,000 DOE + annual bonus
- 25–30 days holiday + public holidays
- Private healthcare & life insurance
- Enhanced parental leave & pension
- Cycle to Work & EV schemes
- Flexible hours & hybrid working pattern
For solicitors in the local market, this represents an exciting new role and opportunity to join a forward-thinking, independent law firm where your ideas matter and career growth is real.
Apply or request a confidential discussion:
Forward your CV to fionntan@signatus.co.uk or call on M: + 44 7982 608 069.
