Construction Partner

Taylor Root; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Top remuneration

Job summary

Taylor Root is seeking a construction partner for its Birmingham office, offering a rare chance to lead major matters on a global stage. You will drive the practice, manage key client relationships, and mentor junior lawyers in a collaborative, well-resourced environment.

The role targets an experienced construction lawyer with partner-level or aspiring partner credentials, a proven track record on complex domestic and international projects, and strong business development capabilities to fuel

Qualifications

• Experienced construction lawyer with partner-level or aspiring partner experience.
• Strong track record handling complex domestic and international construction projects.
• Demonstrable business development skills and established client relationships.
• Strategic leadership capability and commitment to team development.

Responsibilities

• You will lead major construction matters, overseeing contentious and non-contentious workstreams.
• Exercise strategic influence over the growth of the practice.
• Manage client relationships, business development, and mentoring of junior lawyers.

Skills

Partner-level experience

Business development

Client relationship management

Leadership

Job description

Construction Partner, Birmingham

About the Firm

This highly regarded international firm is recognised for its market-leading construction and infrastructure practice. The firm acts for major developers, contractors, funders, and public sector clients, advising across the full project lifecycle. Known for its forward-thinking culture, the Birmingham office is a key hub supporting national and international clients across complex, high-profile projects.

The Role

You will lead on major construction matters, overseeing both contentious and non-contentious workstreams depending on your experience. The role offers strategic influence over the continued growth of the practice, with responsibility for client relationship management, business development, and mentoring of junior lawyers within a collaborative, well-resourced team.

What They’re Looking For

• Experienced construction lawyer, ideally with partner-level or aspiring partner experience.
• Strong track record in handling complex domestic and international construction projects.
• Demonstrable business development skills and established client relationships.
• Strategic leadership capability and commitment to team development.

This is a superb opportunity to join a leading global firm with a top-tier construction practice and an inclusive culture. You’ll benefit from top of market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, and outstanding long-term career opportunities within a firm that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration.

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