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Managing Associate/Legal Director–Non-Contentious Construction (5PQE)
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer to join a market-leading Construction & Engineering team as a Managing Associate or Legal Director (depending on experience).
Owing to the team’s continued success, impressive growth, and a diverse pipeline of new and high-profile instructions, this is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer to take on a key role in transactional project delivery, client relationship development, and the strategic growth of the practice.
You will be joining a high-performing, cohesive team with a strong client base and the opportunity to collaborate with a wider national and international network of top-tier construction law specialists.
About the Team
The team advises across a wide range of sectors — including residential and mixed-use schemes, civil and process plant engineering, energy, infrastructure, transport, and utilities — and works closely with the firm’s Real Estate, Banking, Corporate, and Projects practices to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic legal advice on major construction and engineering projects to a diverse client base, including developers, funders, contractors, and public bodies.
* Advise on procurement strategies, facilities management, and dispute avoidance mechanisms.
* Draft and negotiate a range of standard-form and bespoke contracts (including JCT, NEC, and complex project documentation).
* Act as first-line client support, working closely with Partners on complex and high-value transactions.
* Lead on significant matters while supervising and mentoring junior team members.
About You
* Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a minimum of 5 years PQE in non-contentious construction law.
* Proven experience advising on major UK construction and engineering projects.
* Excellent technical drafting and negotiation skills, with strong commercial awareness.
* Experience developing innovative, client-centric solutions and managing multiple complex matters.
* Confident team player with experience mentoring junior lawyers and collaborating across disciplines.
* Enthusiastic about innovation in legal service delivery, including the use of legal technology.
Why This Opportunity
* Join a Tier 1 ranked, award-winning Construction & Engineering team.
* Work on landmark, high-value projects across multiple sectors.
* Be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and supportive environment.
* Enjoy clear progression opportunities with a robust framework for professional growthBefore You Apply
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