Construction Senior Associate
Location: Leeds
Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 + bonus (dependent on experience)
Experience: 5+ years’ PQE
This is a great opportunity for an experienced construction disputes lawyer to join a growing national Construction team in Leeds, with a particular focus on fire and building safety issues and related disputes.
You’ll advise major developers and other stakeholders on fast-moving, technically complex matters arising from the evolving building safety landscape, including remediation strategies and high-value claims.
The Opportunity
* Advise clients on fire and building safety issues and related construction disputes
* Support clients on remediation procurement strategies and risk management
* Act on the defence and pursuit of formal claims, including high-value court proceedings and arbitrations
* Work on construction litigation matters, including (ideally) professional negligence aspects
* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary experts (including fire engineering, structural, architecture, project management and QS)
* Contribute to improving processes, innovation and the use of legal technology
* Build client relationships and support business development activity
* Support and mentor junior colleagues as the team grows
What We’re Looking For
Essential
* Qualified solicitor in England and Wales
* 5+ years’ PQE with construction litigation / disputes experience
* Strong technical grounding in construction law and dispute resolution
* Commercial mindset with the ability to advise strategically and pragmatically
* Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with clients and colleagues
* Strong team ethic and ability to work effectively under pressure
* Discretion and professionalism, with exceptional attention to detail
Desirable
* Experience advising on building safety and remediation matters
* Professional negligence experience
* Interest in the wider political and regulatory issues affecting the construction and development sector
What’s On Offer
* Salary of £70,000 to £90,000 + bonus (dependent on experience)
* Leeds location
* High-quality, technically challenging work in a growth area of construction law
* Support, coaching and structured development opportunities
* Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options (including annual leave options, pension, wellbeing support and additional benefits)
About Our Client
Our client is a national law firm with a well-established construction practice and a strong pipeline of work. The team advises a wide range of clients across the construction and development sector and is known for a collaborative, solutions-led approach.
Location & Working Arrangements
Leeds. Flexible working patterns are available.
Next Steps
Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.
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