Contentious Construction Partner & Team Lead

BCL Private Practice; Leeds; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal is seeking a Construction Partner in Leeds to lead a busy team within a well-regarded regional law firm. The role emphasises contentious construction work, with a view to stepping up to head of department in due course.

Applicants with a strong following or existing senior contacts are preferred. The successful candidate will be technically strong and able to deliver practical, commercial advice while driving business development and networking to grow the practice.

Qualifications

• Ideally partner-level with a following or strong contacts to bring.
• Experience in contentious construction work is essential.
• Willingness to lead the department in the near future.
• Strong business development and networking skills are required.
• Able to deliver practical and commercial advice to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction practice and head of department in the near future.
• Develop and grow client relationships within the construction sector.
• Provide practical, commercial advice to clients on project delivery and disputes.
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers and expand the team.
• Uphold the firm's values: empathy, collaboration and innovation.

Skills

Business development

Networking

Leadership

Contentious construction

Client relationships

Job description

BCL Legal is seeking a Construction Partner in Leeds to lead a busy team within a well-regarded regional law firm. The role emphasises contentious construction work, with a view to stepping up to head of department in due course.

Applicants with a strong following or existing senior contacts are preferred. The successful candidate will be technically strong and able to deliver practical, commercial advice while driving business development and networking to grow the practice.