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Apply now Construction SolicitorLocation: Greater ManchesterJob Type: PermanentArea of Expertise: ConstructionSalary: £competitive Work as a Construction Property Solicitor in Greater Manchester for a Top Tier firm with over a 30 year heritage specialising in commercial law on a friendly and accessible level. The Firm has a fantastic reputation for relaxed but professional legal expertise and is a great Firm for career progression. You will be working to provide advice to clients, partners and other senior members of the department in construction matters on a predominantly non-contentious basis. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years' experience in commercial property, ideally within construction law. Responsibilities: *Deal with complex and sensitive case work as a lead fee earner*Client management *Provide prompt and accurate advice *Actively participate in business development including supporting marketing with innovative ideas, promoting the legal services of the firm and securing new clients and referrals*Supervise more junior members of staff*Keep up to date with legislative changes and identify any training as required to meet SRA, business and personal needs*Meet billings timescales *Undertake any other reasonable duties as required Requirements:*Admitted solicitor or barrister *At least 5 years' PQE*Management experience of junior staff*In depth knowledge of Commercial Property Law and Construction Law*Non-contentious experience essential*Contentious experience will be considered*Understanding of data production, freedom of information and confidentiality requirements*Able to appropriately motivate and influence people with strong communication skills*Ability to plan, meet deadlines, initiate and implement change an prioritise competing demands*IT skillsShould you wish to discuss this role before applying, please contact Emma Clapham on or email The benefits of working through Service Care Legal; *Exceptional referral bonuses *Specialist legal recruitment consultants offering single point of contact *Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email *Nationwide provider of legal staff to Private Sector and Public Sector organisationsService Care Legal is a specialist recruitment agency supplying temporary and permanent professionals to Private Practices, Local Authorities and In-house Legal Departments nationwide. We have in-depth experience of recruiting at all levels within the legal industry and consultants who specialise in specific markets to ensure you have a dedicated point of contact who's an expert in your area.For all our latest vacancies and to register for job alerts please visit legal

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