Construction Solicitor

LC Legal is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded UK law firm with an excellent reputation within the construction and infrastructure sector. Consistently recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, the firm advises a diverse and high-profile client base ranging from major corporates, developers and contractors through to investors, professional consultants and private clients across the UK and internationally.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of complex work, the firm is now seeking to appoint an ambitious Construction Solicitor at Senior Associate or Legal Director level , to join its expanding Leeds team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer looking to take on high-quality contentious construction work, whilst also gaining exposure to non-contentions advisory and project matters. Alongside the opportunity to work with highly respected partners and recognised market leaders, the firm offers hybrid working and a competitive remuneration and benefits package.

The opportunity

You will work on a broad range of complex and high-value matters across the construction and engineering sector. The role will predominantly focus on contentious construction matters, including:

• Construction and engineering disputes
• Adjudication proceedings
• Litigation and alternative dispute resolution
• Contractual and project-related disputes
• Risk management and strategic project advice

Alongside contentious work, there will also be opportunities to advise on non-contentious construction matters and support clients on project documentation, procurement and development-related issues.

The team acts across a variety of sectors including commercial development, infrastructure, real estate, energy, housing and regeneration, offering exposure to a broad and intellectually stimulating caseload. This position offers excellent client exposure, genuine responsibility from the outset and the opportunity to play a visible role in the continued growth of a well-established national practice.

About you

• Between 4‑8+ years' PQE within a recognised construction practice
• Strong experience advising on contentious construction and disputes matters
• A solid grounding in core construction law principles
• Strong technical ability combined with sound commercial awareness
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team, with an interest in mentoring and supervising more junior lawyers
• A proactive and commercial approach to client service and business development

LC Legal is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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