Construction Partner

Douglas Scott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks a Senior Construction Solicitor to transition to a Partner role in a supportive environment. This opportunity focuses on strategic client management, team leadership, and offering competitive compensation, ideal for those seeking autonomy away from traditional 'big law' settings.

Qualifications

• Background as a Senior Construction Solicitor.
• Experience in managing client relationships and mentoring associates.
• Contentious or transactional law expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the construction law team.
• Provide strategic advice on complex construction matters.
• Oversee junior team members' professional development.

Skills

Construction Law

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Advice

Team Leadership

Education

Senior Solicitor Qualification

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Construction Partner

Manchester – £120,000 - £180,000

Construction LD/Partner - £100k-£150k - Manchester

The Opportunity:
If you are a Senior Construction Solicitor looking for more autonomy and a potential step up to Partner, this role could be perfect. This commercial specialist firm, with offices in Manchester and London, is known for attracting high-quality work while offering a relaxed, outcomes-focused working environment that lets you excel.

About the Firm:
Renowned for delivering exceptional services and rivalling larger practices, this firm maintains a supportive and flexible work culture. They seek a senior lawyer with either a contentious or transactional background to help manage both the team and an ever-growing list of clients.

Role Overview:
In this role, you will help lead and manage the construction law team, provide strategic advice on complex construction matters, develop and grow your own portfolio of clients, and mentor junior associates as they progress in their careers.

Key Responsibilities:
Handling high-end contentious or transactional construction matters, building and maintaining strong client relationships, overseeing the professional development of junior team members, and contributing to the firm's strategic growth and success.

Why Join Them?
With a long history of supporting construction businesses from start-up through growth to successful disposals or mergers, the firm understands the challenges and pressures in the construction industry and is well-equipped to handle inevitable problems and disputes. If you seek to step away from "big law" for a more flexible, less micromanaged environment, this could be the ideal fit. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from £85k to £120k, depending on experience.

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