Job Description Non-Contentious Construction Managing Associate Location : Manchester Salary : £60,000 to £80,000 plus bonus Experience : 5–7 years’ PQE If you’re a non-contentious construction lawyer ready to step up, this is a strong opportunity to join a busy construction team in Manchester, working on high-quality projects work with real client exposure. You’ll support partners on complex matters, take ownership of key workstreams, and play a hands-on role in developing junior lawyers and contributing to team growth. The Opportunity This role offers a broad spread of non-contentious construction work, with autonomy, client contact and clear scope to progress. Advise on a range of non-contentious construction matters across multiple sectors Draft and negotiate construction and engineering contracts, including JCT, NEC and bespoke agreements Advise on procurement strategies (including facilities management) Support clients with dispute avoidance and risk management mechanisms Manage matters from instruction through to completion, ensuring quality and commercial focus Build and maintain client relationships and support business development activity Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and trainees Contribute to precedents, best practice and process improvement Collaborate with colleagues across real estate, banking, corporate and projects on multi-disciplinary instructions About You Essential Qualified solicitor in England and Wales 5–7 years’ PQE with strong technical capability in non-contentious construction Proven experience advising on UK construction or engineering projects Strong drafting and negotiation skills across construction documentation (including JCT and NEC) Commercial, pragmatic approach with strong attention to detail Confident client relationship management skills Experience supervising and supporting junior lawyers Collaborative working style and interest in innovation and process-led delivery Desirable Experience across a range of sectors (for example, energy, transport, life sciences, industrials or large-scale developments) Experience advising on facilities management procurement Experience supporting business development and pitching activity Experience in a large, multi-office practice environment What’s On Offer Salary of £60,000 to £80,000 plus bonus High-quality non-contentious construction work with strong client exposure Autonomy and responsibility, with partner support Clear progression pathway Supportive, collaborative culture with a focus on development Access to legal technology and process improvement tools About Our Client Our client is a large, full-service law firm with a strong construction capability and a collaborative, people-focused culture. The team advises on a broad range of projects and procurement work and is known for combining technical excellence with a commercial, solutions-led approach. Location & Working Arrangements Manchester City Centre 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.