Construction Lawyer - Senior Associate OR Partner - Newcastle

QED Legal; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise juridique de premier plan dans le Nord-Est recherche un avocat senior en construction, avec des perspectives de partenariat. Le rôle offre l'opportunité de diriger et de développer la pratique de la construction dans un environnement collaboratif, soutenu par une solide équipe de direction. Les candidats ayant un excellent bagage en droit de la construction, qu'il soit contentieux ou non contentieux, sont vivement encouragés à postuler.

Qualifications

• Avocat senior en construction avec une expérience substantielle en pratique privée ou en interne.
• Idéalement déjà partenaire ou cherche un chemin soutenu vers le partenariat.
• Doit démontrer une forte expertise technique et la capacité à construire des relations de confiance.

Responsibilities

• Conseiller sur un large éventail de questions de droit de la construction.
• Gérer des affaires contentieuses et non contentieuses.
• Développer et maintenir des relations avec les clients.

Skills

Commercialité

Compétences techniques

Création de relations de confiance

Job description

Senior Construction Lawyer – Senior Associate or Partner Appointment
Location: North East / Hybrid Working
Type: Partner or Senior Associate with Clear Partnership Trajectory
Salary: Market Leading + Full Partnership Package

I’m working on a confidential basis with a leading commercial law firm in the North East, which is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Construction Lawyer, ideally at Partner level.

This is a key strategic hire for a firm known for the quality of its client service, deep industry knowledge, and loyal client relationships. The construction and engineering sector is a priority area for the firm, with ongoing demand from a strong client base in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

The Opportunity You will be joining an established team that is well-regarded for advising developers, contractors, funders, consultants, and public sector clients on a full spectrum of construction law issues. The role offers:

• Access to a significant base of existing work from major regional and national clients
  
  
• The autonomy to lead and shape the construction offering within a collaborative and ambitious environment
  
  
• The ability to build on well-developed internal and external referral networks
  
  
• A highly supportive leadership team, with real investment in long-term growth
  
  

Whether your background leans toward contentious or non-contentious work—or a blend of both—this firm is open-minded and will shape the opportunity around the right individual.

About You

• A senior construction solicitor with substantial experience in private practice or in-house
  
  
• Ideally already a partner, or a senior associate/legal director seeking a clear and supported pathway to partnership
  
  
• Able to demonstrate commerciality, strong technical expertise, and the ability to build trusted relationships
  
  
• A client following is welcome but not essential—there is already work to step into, and your ability to strengthen and grow client relationships will be highly valued
  
  

Why Consider This Role?

• A rare and genuine opportunity to lead or significantly influence the firm’s construction practice
  
  
• A strong platform of existing clients and internal cross-referral channels
  
  
• An open, modern, and well-managed firm with a clear vision and growth strategy
  
  
• Real partnership prospects, if not at point of entry
  
  

This is a confidential appointment. If you are a construction lawyer considering a strategic move, I’d welcome a discreet conversation.

Please reach out to Beth at QED Legal for more information.