Construction Solicitor, Bristol/Exeter, £Neg
- Recruiter
- Clayton Legal
- Location
- Exeter, England / Devon, England / England
- Posted
- 10 Dec 2014
- Closes
- 07 Jan 2015
- Ref
- CMS018479'2002
- Contact
- Michael Griffin
- Vacancy Type
- Barristers, Private Practice
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Practice Areas
- Construction
- Experience Level
- Not Disclosed
Our client, a long established and highly regarded South West legal practice, are looking to recruit a Construction Solicitor into their Bristol/Exeter based Offices.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a broad range of work within the developing and growing construction practice working predominantly on non-contentious transactional work but also undertaking contentious instructions when required.
Main responsibilities include:-
* To undertake a full range of existing and new construction cases for clients within your geographical area and client base.
* To support others in the team with any specific business development and marketing activities to develop client work and fee income as part of supporting the business and strategic plans
* To work with the Unit Leader and others within the wider construction team to further develop the offering and client base as required.
* To ensure appropriate a quality service and compliance for all matters in accordance with agreed standard policies
* To consistently meet all KPI and targets and any other broader objectives as agreed on a quarterly and annual basis as part of the Team plans
* To be a role model for the Foot Anstey Values and encourage the others to do the same
In addition, candidates must demonstrate:-
* Proven technical knowledge and track record of a broad range of both contentious and non contentious construction work preferably from within a recognised national or regional construction practice.
* Some experience of business development and marketing activities would be desirable.
* A highly flexible approach and the capability to work well and flourish within a multi site team environment.
* Excellent all round communication skills including the capability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
* Ability to collaborate and work effectively with other colleagues internally, both within the wider team and across all practice areas.
* Proven commitment to working within a quality standard environment
* Commitment to ongoing professional and personal development including self awareness and self reflection and continuous improvement
* A track record of consistently delivering to targets and objectives
* An understanding of the importance of knowledge management and sharing
Previous experience of working with a CRM system would be an advantage
Salary is negotiable dependant upon experience.
If you are interested in applying for this role, then please forward your C.V. to Michael at mg@clayton-legal.co.uk, or alternatively, call 020 3714 9446 for more information.
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