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.