Construction Legal Director (Non contentious)

eNL Legal Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

International Law Firm in Birmingham seeks a Non-Contentious Construction Legal Director to lead and grow the construction practice in the Midlands.

The successful candidate will bring a track record in advising developers, contractors, funders and other stakeholders on complex projects, with strong client management and business development skills. 8+ years' PQE in non-contentious construction is preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with significant experience in non-contentious construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction law and documentation.
• Established reputation and network within the Birmingham/Midlands market.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent client management skills.
• Demonstrate ability to develop relationships and win new work.
• Experience handling high-value, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-contentious construction advice on major development projects.
• Advise on building contracts, appointments, JCT and NEC documentation.
• Deal with development agreements and funding arrangements.
• Address construction aspects of corporate transactions and real estate projects.
• Oversee procurement and project structuring; manage contractor/consultant appointments.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Non-Contentious Construction Legal Director - Birmingham

Location: Birmingham
Firm: International Law Firm
Position: Legal Director
PQE: 8+ years' PQE

A leading international law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Legal Director to join its highly regarded Birmingham team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior construction lawyer with an established profile in the Birmingham and wider Midlands market, who is looking to take the next step in their career within a sophisticated international practice.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in non-contentious construction, advising developers, contractors, funders and other key stakeholders on a broad range of construction matters. You will be comfortable handling complex projects and negotiating construction documentation, while also playing an active role in developing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.

Local market knowledge and an established Birmingham network are essential. The firm is particularly keen to speak with individuals who have a strong understanding of the regional construction market and an existing client following or demonstrable ability to develop one.

The Role

You will work closely with partners and the wider construction team, advising on matters including:

• Major development and regeneration projects;
• Building contracts and appointments;
• JCT and NEC documentation;
• Development agreements and funding arrangements;
• Construction aspects of corporate transactions and real estate projects;
• Procurement and project structuring;
• Contractor and consultant appointments; and
• General non-contentious construction advice.

There will be significant opportunity to become a key senior figure within the Birmingham office, working with a high-quality client base and supporting the continued growth of the firm's construction offering across the Midlands.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified solicitor with significant experience in non-contentious construction;
• Have a strong technical knowledge of construction law and documentation;
• Have an established reputation and network within the Birmingham/Midlands market;
• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness and excellent client management skills;
• Be confident in developing existing relationships and winning new work;
• Have experience working on complex, high-value projects; and
• Be looking for a senior role with genuine scope for further progression.

This is a role for someone who wants to be visible in the Birmingham market and play a meaningful part in the continued development of an international firm's construction practice.