Construction Associate

```html About the Company At Lester Aldridge, we have fostered a culture of collaboration, excellence, and innovation, with a mission to provide practical and commercially sound legal solutions tailored to clients' needs. We are dedicated to empowering our people, nurturing talent, and supporting your professional growth, making us a dynamic workplace where you can thrive! Lester Aldridge is a full-service law firm with offices in Bournemouth, Southampton and London. We offer legal advice to businesses and individuals on a local, national and international scale. About the Role We are looking for a 4 years PQE construction solicitor to join our friendly team. While ideally this role would suit a candidate with a mixture of both contentious and non-contentious construction experience, we would also like to hear from candidates who may have experience working on primarily contentious or non-contentious construction matters. Responsibilities Be a strong team player, with excellent interpersonal skills Have strong attention to detail and organizational skills Have confidence in your expertise, with the ability to problem-solve, make decisions, and progress work swiftly Have experience of effective matter management and business development activities Be able to build strong client relationships and expand your network within the industry Qualifications 4 years PQE construction solicitor Required Skills Contentious and non-contentious construction experience Excellent interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Problem-solving and decision-making abilities Effective matter management and business development experience Ability to build strong client relationships Preferred Skills Experience working on primarily contentious or non-contentious construction matters Pay range and compensation package Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your health and wellbeing. Generous Leave: 25 days holiday plus an additional celebration day. Perks & Benefits: Access to Perkbox and a contributory pension scheme. Work-life balance: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements from our Southampton or Bournemouth office with the beautiful south coast on your doorstep. Career Progression: A competitive salary and benefits with performance-based opportunities for career development. Autonomy and support: Handle and develop your own case load independently but with the support of the team and the wider LA family. Hands-on experience: A client-facing role, working closely with interesting clients and colleagues. A welcoming environment: A friendly, supportive team with a focus on developing your skills and introduction to the wider firm and contact/industry events. A real opportunity: Carve a niche for yourself in this dynamic, exciting specialism within a respected Real Estate team. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity. ```

Location: Southampton, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/20/2025