Construction Partner

JMC Legal Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking firm as a Construction Partner in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a new department, working on diverse projects in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a strong commitment to mentoring and promoting talent, this firm values its people and fosters a culture of innovation. You'll be at the forefront of building the construction practice, handling a mix of contentious and non-contentious work. If you're an ambitious solicitor with a passion for construction law, this is the perfect next step in your career.

Benefits

Generous social fund

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Mentorship programs

Qualifications

• At least 7 years PQE as a Construction Solicitor.
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious construction work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new Construction department and manage a varied caseload.
• Collaborate closely with the real estate department on construction projects.

Skills

Construction Law

Project Management

Contract Negotiation

Dispute Resolution

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

This firm has an impressive track record of growth and success, expanding from a team of 25 to 75 over the past 8 years. They've recently moved into a brand-new, state-of-the-art office just steps away from Liverpool Street station, providing a modern and inspiring workspace with ample room for future expansion. As the firm continues to receive increasing recognition from both the Legal 500 and Chambers directories, this is an exciting time to be a part of their journey.

Dynamic, entrepreneurial, and forward-thinking, the firm is known for its innovative approach. Recent investments in the latest legal technology ensure their fee earners work more efficiently, allowing for a streamlined approach to delivering top-tier service. With a stellar reputation for supporting both individuals and businesses, the firm's diverse client base ranges from SMEs and high-net-worth individuals to national and international corporations, offering a rich variety of work.

The firm is part of an international alliance of businesses and law firms, providing a steady flow of cross-border opportunities that bring a global perspective to their practice. Despite their impressive growth, they've maintained a close-knit and supportive culture where team spirit thrives. A generous social fund fuels a vibrant social calendar throughout the year, bringing colleagues together for team-building and celebration. This positive environment contributes to the firm's incredibly low staff turnover, with many team members celebrating over a decade of service.
Led by a diverse and forward-thinking leadership team, the firm is profitable and continues to surpass its own revenue records year after year. With a strong vision for the future, they have the resources to continue investing in strategic growth. Every team member's voice is valued here, fostering a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and fresh ideas, which have been key to the firm's success.

The firm's commitment to its people is evident through its strong track record of developing, mentoring, and promoting talent from within. They believe in rewarding excellence, offering career progression based on merit, and providing a supportive environment where you can truly thrive.
If you're looking for a role in a firm that combines growth with a fantastic workplace culture, values its people, and offers a wealth of opportunity, this could be the perfect place for you to take your next career step.

The role

The firm is seeking to hire a Construction Partner into their City office, close to Liverpool Street station, London.

• The Construction department is a fairly new department, it has just turned two years old and currently consists of a team of three, a Partner, solicitor and paralegal. The department deals with both contentious and non-contentious work, although it's currently much more weighted towards non-contentious work.
• This department works closely with the real estate department which is the largest department in the firm, they are currently exceptionally busy and as such this is having an overspill into construction, hence the need to hire a new partner into the department.
• This could prove to be the perfect role for an experienced and ambitious senior associate seeking a springboard into a partnership role.
• The caseload will be varied and will include but not be limited to; Construction contracts and project agreements, planning, utilities and energy, project management and construction disputes.
• You should be an ambitious candidate that relishes in the challenge of being at the forefront of building and developing this construction department
• You will be a Construction Solicitor with at least 7 years PQE + (there is no upper limit regarding the amount of experience)
• Salary is competitive and negotiable depending on your background

Apply now for this Construction Partner role based in the City of London, at this L500 and Chambers ranked firm.
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