Legal Director, Contentious Construction

AG Integrate by Addleshaw Goddard; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds seeks a Legal Director specializing in contentious construction. The role involves managing client relationships, leading complex transactions, and mentoring junior lawyers. Join a high-performing team recognized for excellence in construction law.

Qualifications

• At least ten years' experience in construction law at a leading practice.
• Ability to lead complex transactions and coordinate with other fee earners.

Responsibilities

• Acting for Developers, Lenders, Landlords, and Tenants in contentious construction matters.
• Supervising and developing junior fee earners.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Development

Continuous Improvement

Education

2:1 Degree

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Purpose of The Role

The continued success of the team has led to an increase in the number and value of key mandates. We are looking to recruit a Construction lawyer to join our Leeds team specialising in contentious construction matters. This includes acting for Developers, Lenders, Landlords, Tenants, PPPs, and Public Sector Bodies across a range of JCT, NEC, and other standard form contracts and bespoke terms.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in high-caliber work, client relationship development, and the continued expansion of the team and practice.

This is a high performing, cohesive, and busy team with a strong client list and pipeline. Legal Directors are encouraged and supported to lead client relationships and supervise the team, fostering client networks and management skills.

The Team

With over 100 specialist lawyers, including 26 Partners, our Construction and Engineering team offers comprehensive legal solutions to all aspects of the construction industry.

Our Leeds team comprises 6 partners and over 30 fee earners. Recognized for their expertise, the team remains Tier 1 ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers. They advise on all sectors of Construction Law, both contentious and non-contentious, including buildings, civil, energy, infrastructure, utilities, and more.

Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise

• Excellent academic achievement with a minimum 2:1 degree.
• At least ten years' experience in construction law at a leading practice recognized for construction or Real Estate work.
• Ability to lead complex transactions and coordinate with other fee earners.
• Experience supervising and developing junior fee earners.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and development.

Our Firm

Addleshaw Goddard values its people, fostering a supportive, collaborative environment that encourages growth and innovation. We deliver technical excellence and demonstrate deep client insight, making us a preferred partner for FTSE100 clients and beyond.

We celebrate diversity and inclusion through various employee networks, enriching our firm’s culture.

Our Approach: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE

Our reputation is built on our people and their work. We invest in high-caliber work and high-character colleagues committed to excellence. Are you ready for the challenge?