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Construction Solicitor (Partner)

Employer
eNL
Location
Birmingham
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
7 Dec 2022

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Vacancy Type
Solicitors, Private Practice
Experience Level
Partner, Senior Level
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Practice Areas
Construction
PQE
7+ Years, Partner

Job Details

Its November the nights are drawing in and the year is drawing to a close and all too often it’s a time for reflection. Are you happy where you are or is the daily grind bluntly becoming a bit of a chore on a daily basis? If the answer is yes then I might be able to help you. I am currently recruiting for a Construction Partner to join a leading National Law firm based in their Birmingham office. The firm has an exciting strategy in place and has already constructed a clear vision for growth over the next 5 years. This is an opportunity to join a like-minded group of forward thinking and entrepreneurial Partners to assist in the ongoing growth strategy of the law firm. You are going to need to have that little extra bit of sparkle and something that makes you stand out from the crowd. You will be driven and determined, an entrepreneur and a rainmaker. You will be keen to grow a team and have a savvy approach to building and developing a business. Not much to ask really! On offer is a starting salary of at least £150,000, but this may increase in line with your client following. To apply or to register your interest please call Penny on 0121 454 1004 and quote Job Ref: 0082

THE ROLE:
With a clear and focused strategy to grow and develop over the next three years, this leading law firm is experiencing some significant growth and has made a number of key hires in a number of areas. The construction team is looking to further develop their property offerings and they have the capacity to hire a senior level candidate to continue the ongoing success the construction has achieved recently. Upon joining you will be offered the scope and autonomy to further develop and build the construction department along with running your own caseload of matters. With an excellent pedigree you will contribute to the business in terms of billings, as well as ideas on how to develop the practice further.

THE CANDIDATE:
Offering a range of non-contentious and contentious services to a variety of clients, you will ideally boost a minimum of 8 years PQE and be a partner in your existing/current firm. You will be a highly driven and focused individual and have an excellent track record of winning work and business development. You will be well thought of by your clientele and positioned well to receive future instructions from them. The role has a high level of autonomy and you will be the type of individual who will thrive in this type of environment. A following is essential for this role along with a real passion to develop a successful career within this area of law. As the appointed Head of Construction you will be expected have a proven track record of mentoring and supervising members of the team.

THE FIRM:
If you're currently frustrated at the lack of focus and direction at your current firm and in need of new opportunity where you can progress your career to the next level? Then this could be the perfect role for you to really further enhance your skills and experience within construction law. If you would like a confidential discussion prior to sending your CV please do feel free to contact me in the strictest of confidence on either 0121 454 1004 or alternatively if out of hours is easier please do call me on my mobile on 07779 613717.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
This firm offer excellent basic salaries along with a competitive bonus scheme which is linked to individual, team and firm performance as well as an enhanced benefits package which offers car parking.

YOUR CONSULTANT: Penny’s aim is to give candidates and clients the best level of service professionally possible, taking into account not only their professional legal ambitions but also any personal circumstances. Penny’s role is to help people make the best career decisions helping them to personally progress and take the next step in the career ladder. With over 18 years legal recruitment experience and a strong network of connections Penny is well placed to assist you in your next move.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. We will review your application and get back to you as soon as possible. If it’s a fit, Penny will talk you through all the details of the role, the company, team culture, career opportunities, package etc. If you feel it ticks the right boxes, only then we will share your CV with our client. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days, if you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

eNL is handling a number of Construction Solicitor vacancies throughout The Midlands and the South West. If you are a Construction Solicitor looking for a move, please call now.

eNL has a number of permanent, locum and consultant vacancies for private practice law firms, the public sector and FTSE in-house organisations, throughout England & Wales. If you are legally qualified or in a legal business support role and considering a career move, do get in touch, or go to https://www.enllegal.co.uk/enl/register-with-us to register your interest.

In addition, if you know any legal professionals that may be interested in a new role, remember we do offer up to £500 referral fee bonus (T&C’s apply).

Company

eNL London & South East
eNL’s London & South East team manages the recruitment of legal staff across a variety of sectors. With a strong presence within the private practice market, we also boast specific expertise in relation to public sector and in-house appointments. Our sector specialist Consultants provide first rate market knowledge within their geographical location and individual markets.

Gemma Jones – Director

Gemma joined eNL in 2006 and has a recruitment career that spans over 15 years. As a Director at eNL, Gemma is instrumental in driving the business forward and ensuring that eNL remains a recruitment partner of choice amongst law firms and commercial businesses. She has extensive hands-on experience in the legal market, specifically focused on the London and South East region and is recognised for providing practical, honest and realistic advice to both job-seekers and potential hirers. She works in partnership with key private practice firms across the South East, helping them to deliver on their overall growth plans, both with strategic senior hires and more junior staff. Her legal and recruitment knowledge means that she is the “go to” person for many of her clients, not just for recruitment enquiries but for general advice on changes and development in the market, salary advice and internal staffing issues. A credible and respected Senior Recruiter and Business Director, Gemma is a Certified Recruitment Professional (CertRP) and Member of the Institute of Recruitment Professionals (MIRP).

Rebecca Barry – Operations Director

Rebecca has worked within the legal recruitment sector since 2001. Promoted to Associate Director in 2007 and Operations Director in 2010. Rebecca’s client list includes a selection of the UK’s Top 200 law firms including leading regional firms in the Midlands and South East as well as national and mid-tier practices in central and west London. She provides expert advice to Lawyers and Partners looking to make directional career moves. Certified Recruitment Professional (CertRP) and Member of the Institute of Recruitment Professionals (MIRP). 2012 Chair of Birmingham Young Professional of the Year. Shortlisted 2012 IRP Awards for 'Best Contribution to the Community’.

Pasquale Agatiello – Senior Consultant (In-house)

A specialist recruitment professional since 2000, Pasquale has worked for some of the most reputable, global recruitment organisations in the world. He specialises in in-house legal recruitment across the EMEA region and works across all sectors including; banking, financial services, manufacturing, FMCG, IT, telecommunications, energy, construction and engineering. Pasq recruits at all levels from newly qualified Lawyers  to Head of Legal, Legal Director, General Counsel and Company Secretary. Experienced in the full range of permanent recruitment solutions, including search and selection, contingency search and retained assignments.

Kaye Thumpston – Divisional Manager (Locum)

Kaye is a Divisional Manager within eNL’s  interim / locum division and has responsibility for the temporary legal recruitment team nationally. Kaye has been involved in legal recruitment since 2006 and has over ten years’ experience within the interim / locum legal professional market. Educated to postgraduate level, including a first class honours degree and a distinction in her postgraduate legal qualification, Kaye has a thorough understanding of what clients require and has built up a strong network of contacts throughout the UK. Her practical and honest advice has resulted in a successful commercial reputation respected by both candidates and clients.

Felicity Simpson – Consultant (Locum)

Following 4 years within the hospitality and sales sector, Felicity joined eNL in November 2016, after identifying legal  recruitment as an industry that interested her and  where she felt she could develop as an individual. Felicity is determined to become an expert in both recruitment and the legal industry, in order to provide her clients and candidates with strong market information and guidance. As a  member of  eNLs London & South East Locum Team she recruits for fixed term contract positions, holiday cover and interim roles across the region. She is an excellent communicator, with an enviable work ethic, enhanced by a genuine down to earth approach and an infectious sense of humour.

Zoe Jones – Consultant (Locum)

With over 20 years’ experience working in the recruitment industry, Zoë’s experience includes in-house recruitment for a large financial institution within commercial and corporate banking,  as well as local government. With 3 years’ previous legal recruitment experience gained at eNL, Zoë re-joined the team in December 2018 after a short break. With a passion for providing exceptional customer service and a dedication to delivering effective recruitment solutions, Zoë’s aim is to add value to both her clients and candidate’s legal recruitment needs. Zoë will be focusing on the London & South East, specialising in the appointment of interim/locum and consultant qualified solicitors and none-qualified legal personnel across the region. Outside work Zoë is a keen traveller enjoying holidays and experiencing a variety of cultures and cuisines.

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Telephone
0207 183 8586 / 0121 454 1004
Location
eNL Legal
London
West Midlands
B15
United Kingdom

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