Construction Associate (Non-Contentious Focus) - Manchester

Actis Recruitment; Greater Manchester, Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant Manchester-based law firm seeks a Construction Associate focusing on non-contentious transactions to support a diverse client portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of PQE in construction law, emphasizing client relationship development and effective legal advice. The firm offers competitive salaries, generous holidays, and flexible hybrid working arrangements aimed at ensuring a balanced lifestyle.

Benefits

Health and Wellbeing Policies

Social Events

Generous Holidays

Bonuses

Flexible/Hybrid Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in construction law.
• Experience with non-contentious transactions.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Focus on non-contentious construction law matters.
• Develop and manage client relationships.
• Provide legal advice to contractors, property owners, and developers.

Skills

Construction Law

Non-Contentious Transactions

Client Relationship Management

Job description

Construction Associate (Non-Contentious Focus) - Manchester

Salary: £57,000 - £75,000

Ref: 57697/2

Location: Lancashire, Greater Manchester, All North West

Areas of Law: Construction, Planning

Job Type: Permanent

Level: 2-4 years qualified, 4-6 years qualified, 6+ years

Sector: Private practice

Manchester-based. Thriving regional law firm seeking a construction law specialist with 3+ PQE, focusing on non-contentious transactions. Offers hybrid working and a good work/life balance.

This independent firm has a strong reputation and a diverse client portfolio, mainly within the UK but also overseas. The team is small but successful, offering autonomy and opportunities to develop client relationships. The focus is on the UK mid-tier market, including contractors, property owners, developers, and construction professionals.

The firm is known for being vibrant and engaging, with a progressive approach attracting high-caliber lawyers seeking a rewarding career and balanced lifestyle. Benefits include competitive salaries, health and wellbeing policies, social events, generous holidays, bonuses, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

Note: References to PQE are guidelines for skills and salary expectations. We encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of PQE level.