Job title: Construction Partner - Contentious or Non-Contentious Background

Location: Oxford

Salary: £90,000-£130,000+ DOE

PQE Level: 10+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

We are seeking an accomplished Construction Partner to join a progressive and respected law firm based in their modern Oxford office. This role presents the opportunity to lead and develop the firm’s construction practice, working with a core team and diverse client base across Oxfordshire and the South East.

You will guide the strategic direction of the department while delivering expert legal services in contentious and/or non-contentious construction matters with the firm able to support the right individual for the role. As a trusted advisor, you’ll nurture long-standing client relationships and expand the firm’s presence in the sector through business development and cross-practice collaboration. Internally, you will mentor junior lawyers and help maintain a supportive and inclusive team culture.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of post-qualification experience in construction law. You’ll bring proven experience in building client portfolios and contributing to firm-wide growth strategies, alongside a strong understanding of the legal and commercial landscape in the region.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include engaging directly with clients, overseeing a range of construction-related instructions, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. You’ll be involved in seminars, networking events, and initiatives to grow the department’s profile. Collaboration across the firm is key to identifying cross-selling opportunities and delivering a seamless client experience.

If you're looking to take the next step in your legal career with a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and client-centred advice, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Oxfordshire or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

(e) liamandrews@chadwicknott.co.uk

(m) 07921 895 776 (t) 0117 917 1864

(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment