Construction Associate

Gateley; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds seeks a Construction Associate to manage contentious construction matters and work closely with a Partner. Candidates should have 3-6 years' PQE, strong analytical skills, and a passion for construction law. If you're eager to contribute to high-profile construction projects in a dynamic legal team, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and willingness to contribute to team success.
• Understanding of the commercial implications of legal decisions.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze a wide range of claims documentation.
• Contribute to High Court litigation cases.
• Collaborate with team members to build compelling arguments.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Player

Commercial Acumen

Passion for Construction Law

Education

3 – 6 years' PQE

Job description

Overview

As a Construction Associate at Gateley, you will play a pivotal role in our legal team, handling a diverse range of tasks related to Construction law. Your responsibilities will span a wide variety of contentious matters, ensuring that our clients receive comprehensive legal support.

Responsibilities

• Claims Documentation Analysis: On the contentious side, you’ll meticulously review and analyse a wide range of claims documentation. This includes everything from small-scale disputes to high-value, multi-million-pound claims. Your legal acumen will be essential in identifying key issues and formulating effective strategies.
• High Court Litigation Support: You’ll contribute to High Court litigation cases, from the pre-action investigation stage through to trial, collaborating with Partners and other legal professionals to build compelling arguments and represent our clients’ best interests.

Collaborative Approach

You’ll work closely with Hayley Hayes, Partner, leveraging her expertise and guidance. Your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within a team will be crucial in achieving successful outcomes for our clients. We look forward to welcoming a skilled and dedicated Construction Associate to our team at Gateley. If you’re passionate about Construction law and thrive in a dynamic legal environment, we encourage you to apply!

Team and Practice

Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction.

Qualifications

• 1. Qualifications: Ideally 3 – 6 years’ PQE, however we encourage more junior candidates to apply too.
• 2. Analytical Skills: You should demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, enabling you to dissect complex legal issues, review documentation, and formulate effective strategies. Attention to detail and precision are critical.
• 3. Team Player: Our collaborative environment thrives on teamwork. You’ll work closely with colleagues, including Hayley Hayes, Partner. Effective communication and a willingness to contribute to team success are vital.
• 4. Commercial Acumen: A pragmatic approach to legal problem-solving is essential. Understanding the commercial implications of legal decisions and balancing legal risks with business objectives will set you apart.
• 5. Passion for Construction Law: If you’re passionate about construction law, eager to continue learning, and excited about contributing to high-profile projects, we encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm and commitment will drive your success in this role.

About Gateley

We are forward thinking and straight talking; Gateley is a legal and professional services group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. The Gateley Story reflects our culture and values, including Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do, and Working Together. We recognise team members who embody these values at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards.

Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing

Diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are important to Gateley. We recruit from diverse backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible working patterns to support work/life balance and encourage candidates seeking flexibility to apply. Gateley is recognised by The Law Society as a gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and is Stonewall Diversity Champions.

Additional Information

If you are successful in receiving an offer, pre-employment screening checks will be completed as relevant to the role, including eligibility to work, qualifications, any criminal records, financial stability and references from previous employers.