Construction Legal Director — Hybrid, High-Value Matters

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment is seeking a Construction Senior Associate/Legal Director in the City of London for a leading practice. You will handle high‑quality contentious and non‑contentious construction matters and collaborate with Partners to shape the practice.

The role offers a clear progression pathway to Legal Director/Partnership, exposure to major projects and Building Safety Act work, and the chance to grow within a supportive, top-tier environment.

Qualifications

• Construction solicitor with 5+ years' PQE (England & Wales).
• Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Excellent technical ability with commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate building contracts and professional appointments.
• Advise on construction disputes, adjudications, litigation, and arbitration.
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to practice growth.

Skills

Construction law

Client relationships

Mentoring junior lawyers

Commercial awareness

Job description

JMC Legal Recruitment is seeking a Construction Senior Associate/Legal Director in the City of London for a leading practice. You will handle high‑quality contentious and non‑contentious construction matters and collaborate with Partners to shape the practice.

The role offers a clear progression pathway to Legal Director/Partnership, exposure to major projects and Building Safety Act work, and the chance to grow within a supportive, top-tier environment.