Associate Lawyer – Construction

<p>We are recruiting on behalf of a leading law firm in Manchester city centre, seeking a talented Construction Lawyer to join their highly regarded Construction team. This firm offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment and is committed to fostering the professional growth of its lawyers.</p> <p>You will be joining a thriving Construction team that works with substantial regional and national clients across a variety of sectors. The role involves handling a broad range of construction and engineering matters, with a mix of both non-contentious and contentious work. The firm is looking for an Associate, Senior Associate, or Partner who is eager to contribute to the continued development of this key practice area.</p> <p>The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated construction lawyer who is passionate about delivering practical, commercially focused advice to clients. The role offers a clearly defined career path, opportunities for personal development, and the chance to build strong relationships across the firm.</p> <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on a variety of construction matters, both contentious and non-contentious.</li> <li>Advise clients on key areas of construction law, including standard forms of Building Contract.</li> <li>Offer practical, commercially minded advice that is easily understood by lay clients.</li> <li>Manage relationships with clients and support junior members of the team.</li> <li>Work closely with team partners while also fostering relationships across the firm.</li> <li>Participate in business development activities, including cross-selling services to colleagues in other practice areas.</li> </ul> <p>The ideal candidate will have.</p> <ul> <li>Qualified lawyer with experience in construction law, preferably with a mix of non-contentious and contentious experience.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of key areas of construction law, including standard forms of Building Contract.</li> <li>Excellent drafting skills with a keen attention to detail.</li> <li>Strong commercial awareness and the ability to provide pragmatic advice.</li> <li>Experience managing client relationships and mentoring junior team members.</li> <li>A drive for business development and marketing to clients.</li> <li>Strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.</li> </ul> <p>What’s on Offer:</p> <ul> <li>A clear and structured career path with opportunities for advancement.</li> <li>A supportive, team-oriented environment that values collaboration and personal development.</li> <li>A competitive benefits package, including:</li> <li>Minimum 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service) plus office closure between Christmas and New Year.</li> <li>Employee Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Travel Insurance for you and eligible family members.</li> <li>Death in Service benefit (3x basic salary).</li> <li>Private Medical Insurance (opt-in, with the option to add eligible family members).</li> </ul> <p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and ambitious Construction Lawyer looking to advance their career with a well-established firm that offers both national and international opportunities. If you’re ready to take the next step in your legal career, we’d love to hear from you!</p>