Construction Legal Director

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a top-tier international firm as a Legal Director in Leeds, focusing on contentious construction disputes. With a collaborative culture and ambitious growth plans, this role offers the chance to lead client relationships and grow the practice in a prestigious environment. Ideal candidates are experienced construction lawyers ready for a senior position within a Tier 1 ranked team.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in contentious construction law.
• Strong academic record and solid grounding in complex disputes.
• Experience leading matters and support for junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships and supervise junior lawyers.
• Act on disputes arising from JCT, NEC, and bespoke contracts.
• Collaborate with Real Estate, Banking, and Projects teams.

Skills

Construction Law

Litigation

Client Relationship Development

Education

Minimum 2:1 Academic Record

Job description

Job Description

I'm working with a top-tier international firm with a market-leading construction practice, to recruit a Legal Director into its Leeds team. This is a standout opportunity for a senior construction litigator who wants to work on high-value, complex disputes in a Tier 1 ranked team, with the backing of a collaborative culture and ambitious growth plans.

Due to sustained success and an impressive pipeline of work, the team is looking to grow. If you're an experienced contentious construction lawyer ready to take on a visible, strategic role in a high-performing practice, this is the one to seriously consider.

Why this role?

• You'll be joining a team of over 30 lawyers in Leeds alone, including 6 Partners, all known for delivering top-quality legal advice across the construction and engineering space
• The work is purely contentious, and you'll be acting for developers, lenders, landlords, tenants, PPPs and public sector bodies on disputes arising from JCT, NEC and bespoke contracts
• You'll have the autonomy and support to lead client relationships, supervise junior lawyers and play a key role in growing the practice further
• The team genuinely collaborates across departments, expect to work closely with Real Estate, Banking and Projects colleagues too

What is the firm looking for?

• A Construction Lawyer with at least 10 years' experience, gained at a well-regarded firm with a strong construction or real estate offering
• Someone with a strong academic record (minimum 2:1) and solid grounding in complex construction disputes
• A lawyer who enjoys leading matters, developing client relationships, and supporting more junior team members

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role at a firm that continues to invest in its people, its clients, and its future.

Why This Firm?

• Recognised as a go-to firm for FTSE100 clients, it has a stellar reputation in the construction sector
• The team is ranked Tier 1 in both Legal 500 and Chambers,and they’re not standing still
• You’ll be part of a firm that values , , and collaboration, with numerous internal networks and a supportive culture that celebrates individuality

Apply today or contact George Beard at G2 Legal for more information.

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