Commercial Construction Solicitor - Leeds

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor in Leeds. The ideal candidate will possess around 5 years of post-qualification experience in non-contentious construction matters, with a focus on excellent drafting and negotiation skills. This role includes supervising junior team members and offers a collaborative environment with competitive remuneration. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

High-quality work exposure

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Approximately five years' post-qualification experience in commercial construction law.
• Ability to advise clients across multiple sectors.
• Strong technical skills essential for drafting and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and draft construction documentation including contracts and warranties.
• Supervise and develop junior team members.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Excellent drafting

Negotiation abilities

Supervisory experience

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Construction Solicitor to join a growing Leeds practice. The ideal candidate will have approximately five years' post-qualification experience and a strong background in non-contentious construction matters (although candidates with exceptional experience at a lower PQE level will also be considered).

This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base across sectors including:

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• Retail


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• Distribution and Logistics


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• Chemicals


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• Food and Process Engineering


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• Education


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• Healthcare


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• Sport

You will be responsible for advising on and drafting a wide range of construction documentation, including building contracts, professional appointments, collateral warranties, and associated project agreements. The role also involves the supervision and development of junior team members, making leadership and mentoring capabilities essential.

Key Requirements:

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• Qualified solicitor with circa 5 years' PQE in commercial construction law (although candidates with exceptional experience at a lower PQE level will also be considered)


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• Proven experience advising clients across multiple sectors


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• Strong technical skills and commercial awareness


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• Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities


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• Experience supervising junior lawyers or trainees


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• Must be based within a commutable distance of Leeds

What We Offer:

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• A collaborative and professional working environment


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• High-quality work and exposure to leading clients


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• Competitive remuneration and benefits package


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• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Application Process:

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