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Construction Solicitor, CSG - 1-3yrs experience (Bristol)

TLT Overview

TLT is one of the largest law firms in Bristol and one of the top 100 in the UK with offices in Bristol and London. We are a young and forward thinking firm that since its formation in 2000, by the merger of leading Bristol commercial law firms Lawrence Tucketts and Trumps, has seen rapid growth.

What does that mean to you? We are a large firm with over 650 staff who can offer you a broad range of expertise. Our people have specialist skills in many areas of law including banking, commercial, corporate finance, dispute resolution, employment, pensions, insolvency, IT, real estate and tax.

Many of our clients are nationally based and some are international. We have links with other law firms throughout Europe so we can provide high quality and good value legal services in other European countries.

But it's the way we work that sets us apart. We take the time to get to know our clients, work in partnership with them and are always striving for the best results. It's something you'll discover as you find out more about us.

The team
The firm is committed to the development of a strong construction sector presence by the appointment of a team of diverse but committed and close knit specialist lawyers to build upon the firm's excellent client base within the construction industry.

The team has over the last 12 months been appointed to advise in respect of various complex and high profile construction matters in the region, nationally and overseas.

This is a further strategic appointment to continue the team's development. The successful candidate will have between 1 and 3 years experience and will work closely with colleagues within the construction team.

The successful candidate will be well placed to share in the future growth of the firm's construction practice. There is every potential and encouragement for rapid career progression.

Main Purpose of the Job

Within the existing construction team to look after the construction and construction related requirements of the firm's clients.

To contribute to the firm's knowledge and expertise in the construction sector.

To contribute to the efforts to grow the firm's construction practice.

Key Tasks and Duties

Advising clients on legal issues pertaining to their construction business.

Drafting, amending and negotiating construction contracts and ancillary documentation.

Contentious/disputes work if desired.

Developing a sound understanding of principles and issues in construction related legal matters.

We will encourage you to improve your business development skills in order to help achieve the aspirations of the firm in the construction sector.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

A sound academic background

Enthusiasm for working within the construction sector.

A commitment to developing the construction and the firm's wider practice.

Ideally, the candidate will have non-contentious experience but outstanding candidates from any background will be considered.

If you would like additional information about this position then please contact Emma Webster, Recruitment Manager on 0117 917 7606 or email recruitment@TLTSolicitors.com

For further information about TLT Solicitors please visit our website: www.TLTSolicitors.com