Construction Associate / Senior Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established growing firm in Manchester seeks a Construction Associate/Senior Associate with 3+ PQE. This role offers excellent career progression opportunities through training, mentoring, and exposure to reputable legal professionals in a collaborative setting. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in construction and real estate law.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ PQE.
• Interest in developing career and business development skills.
• Experience with JCT contracts and disputes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Handle diverse caseload including JCT contracts, disputes, and insurance-related conflicts.
• Work collaboratively in a supportive environment with senior lawyers.

Skills

Development of business skills

Legal expertise

Client advisory skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Construction Associate / Senior Associate

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Construction Associate / Senior Associate | 3-5 PQE | Growing Top 70 firm

Now boasting over 500+ staff, this North-West heavyweight is looking to expand its busy and evolving Construction team. The department handles both contentious and non-contentious work and welcomes candidates from either background.

The firm values investing in its people to foster excellence. If you're seeking a career move that offers personal growth and aligns with their goal of being the best, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Although entrepreneurial, ambitious, and dynamic, the firm emphasizes responsible and effective management, focusing on long-term benefits for clients and staff.

Why join this firm?

Joining provides a platform to share their vision and work alongside like-minded professionals committed to advising clients with clarity, empathy, and legal expertise.

The firm prioritizes training, mentoring, and guiding its staff, offering opportunities for personal and professional development. You will have the chance to work with esteemed Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked lawyers and to develop your own expertise and leadership within the firm.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Associate / Senior Associate with 3+ years PQE to join a growing, innovative top 100 firm based in Manchester city centre.

The firm has a strong reputation in Real Estate and Construction Law, with a collaborative environment supported by open-door policies from partners across offices.

The Construction team handles a diverse caseload, including JCT contracts, disputes, insurance-related conflicts, and more. They are open to candidates experienced in either contentious or non-contentious work.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ PQE.
• Interested in developing their career and business development skills alongside respected legal professionals.

This firm is known for promoting from within, providing excellent opportunities for junior lawyers to advance their careers.