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Managing Associate - Non Contentious Construction

Employer
JMC Legal Recruitment
Location
England, West Yorkshire, Leeds
Salary
£80000 - £90000 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Closing date
12 Feb 2025
Reference
BBBH55778
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Vacancy Type
Barristers, Private Practice
Experience Level
Senior Level
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Practice Areas
Construction
PQE
4-6 Years, 7+ Years

Job Details


Legal 500 Ranked | Award-Winning Firm | Innovative & Impactful Construction Projects | Exceptional Career Progression | Industry-Leading Salary & Benefits | Collaborative & Supportive Culture

A leading Top 25 law firm is seeking an experienced and driven Non Contentious Construction Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its dynamic Leeds Construction team as Managing Associate. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled lawyer to contribute to high-profile, next-generation construction projects, offering substantial career growth in an internationally recognised firm.

The Firm

This prestigious multinational law firm boasts an outstanding reputation, consistently achieving Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers & Partners top-tier departments, along with a roster of highly-ranked individuals. Known for attracting top legal talent, the firm is celebrated not only for the exceptional quality of work but also for its commitment to staff development and fostering a collaborative working environment.

Despite its impressive size and market growth, the firm maintains a warm and welcoming culture, with management dedicated to the wellbeing and growth of its employees. Recognised with multiple awards, the firm excels in producing exceptional work while also nurturing an inclusive and diverse workplace.

As part of this team, you will work with leading UK and international clients, benefitting from the support and mentorship of some of the most respected professionals in the legal industry. The firm's culture strikes the perfect balance between cutting-edge innovation and a supportive, team-oriented environment.

The Role
As a valued member of the Tier 1-ranked Construction team, you will handle a broad spectrum of non-contentious construction matters, advising clients on large-scale projects both domestically and internationally. You will be involved in landmark infrastructure and redevelopment projects that will shape the UK's future for years to come. Your caseload will cover a wide variety of sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, energy, renewables and the public sector, providing a stimulating and diverse work experience.

Your work will include advising major infrastructure developments, contributing to projects that have a lasting impact on communities and economies. You will work with a prestigious portfolio of clients, including FTSE 100 companies, developers, funders, consultants and leading public-sector entities, alongside international clients.

With the team expanding rapidly, this is an excellent time to join, offering you the chance to build expertise in market-leading projects and to quickly advance within one of the UK's most respected and forward-thinking law firms.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Be an accomplished construction lawyer with at least 1 year of relevant PQE.
  • Be adept at managing a varied caseload and advising a wide range of clients.
  • Have a proactive approach to business development.
  • Enjoy working collaboratively and mentoring junior colleagues.
  • Be commercially aware, with a strong understanding of the current construction law landscape.

What's on Offer

  • An opportunity to work within a rapidly growing, prestigious Top 25 global firm.
  • Exposure to high-profile, top-tier clients and high-value, impactful work.
  • Exceptional career development and progression opportunities.
  • Flexible working ingrained in the firm's culture.
  • Highly competitive salary, with an excellent bonus structure and benefits package.


Apply now for Immediate consideration or contact Sid Wright on 07441937659 or sid@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.

Company

JMC Legal Recruitment was founded by highly experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant, Jason Connolly. His motivation to establish JMC was to create a refreshingly friendly agency with a truly consultative approach and who are always a pleasure to deal with.

We're a dynamic business with our sights set high and a growing client base spanning the country. We believe that in any business the most valuable assets are the people – and it’s true of JMC, too. Whether dealing with candidates or firms, our consultants’ passion for legal recruitment and excellent market knowledge always shines through.  Our state of the art software means our consultants are more accessible to you and we keep ahead of the curve in the changing legal landscape to ensure you are always given up to date advice.

What can you expect from us? We will always manage your expectations and come back to you with updates as soon as they become available. We pride ourselves on the highest level of integrity, as we understand that when looking for a new role or member of staff it is often highly confidential. You will find that we always take the time to really listen and understand before we advise. We will get to know you, taking into account not just technical ability, but personality and cultural fit. We’re also easy to get hold of; we appreciate that when looking for a new role it can be difficult to talk during the working day, so we will make ourselves available and find a time that works for you. Give us a call and talk to one of our friendly team today. We’re waiting to help you.

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