Overview
Managing Associate/Legal Director, 7PQE+ Contentious Construction Lawyer – Addleshaw Goddard, Leeds.
The continued success of the team has led to an increase in the number and value of key mandates. We are looking to recruit a Construction lawyer to join our Leeds team specialising in contentious construction matters. This includes acting for Developers, Lenders, Landlords, Tenants, PPP's and Public Sector Bodies across a range of JCT, NEC and other standard form contracts and bespoke terms. There is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in the carrying out of high calibre work together with client relationship development and continued expansion of the team and practice.
What You'll Do:
* The team advise on every aspect of Construction Law across all sectors of the industry, both contentious and non-contentious.
* The work of the group is hugely varied and includes buildings, civil and process plant engineering, energy, infrastructure and utilities – across both private and public sectors.
* The team also provide project support and advice to our wider Real Estate, Banking and Projects teams.
* This is a high performing, cohesive and busy team with a strong client list and pipeline. Legal Directors are encouraged and supported to take lead roles on client relationships and the supervision of the team, allowing for the development of client networks and management skills.
Who We're Looking For:
* Excellent academic achievement with a minimum 2:1 degree.
* Suitable candidates will have strong academics and at least ten years' experience in construction law, at a leading practice recognised for construction or Real Estate work. Candidates will therefore have a good grounding in construction.
* The ability to actively lead complex transactions, liaising and coordinating with fee earners from other relevant disciplines as needed.
* Experience in supervising, developing and managing more junior fee earners.
* Ability to achieve continuous improvement and development.
Why Choose Us?
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.
Interested? If this role sounds like your next career step, we'd love to hear from you. Click the Apply button to view the full role profile on our website and start your application!
Job Details
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Law Practice
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
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