Managing Associate

JR United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international law firm is seeking a talented Managing Associate to join their dynamic Construction team. This role offers complete flexibility with a remote-first culture, making it perfect for experienced construction lawyers looking to maintain a high-caliber practice without the constraints of an office. You will take charge of complex construction matters, advise clients on significant projects, and mentor junior lawyers. With a clear route to partnership and excellent benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Generous Holiday Allowance

Performance Bonus

Remote-first Culture

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ PQE in construction law, with strong technical ability.
• Experience at a top national or international firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead on diverse contentious and non-contentious construction matters.
• Advise on major development and infrastructure projects.

Skills

Construction Law

Contract Drafting

Client Management

Dispute Resolution

Leadership

Education

UK Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Location: London (Fully Remote Considered)

The Opportunity

Harkaye Core Talent is working with a leading international law firm to hire a talented Managing Associate into their growing Construction team. This is a rare chance to join a top-tier practice working on some of the most complex and high-profile construction matters in the UK and internationally.

The firm offers complete flexibility, including the option for a fully remote setup within the UK, making it ideal for experienced construction lawyers who want to maintain a high-calibre practice without being office-bound.

What You’ll Do

• Take the lead on a diverse range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters.
• Advise developers, investors, contractors, and consultants on major development and infrastructure projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate JCT, NEC, and FIDIC contracts, appointments, warranties, and other key documents.
• Represent clients in construction disputes, including adjudications, arbitrations, and High Court litigation.
• Support business development and contribute to strategic growth.
• Mentor junior lawyers and act as a senior contact point for clients.

What We're Looking For

• UK-qualified solicitor with 7+ years’ PQE in construction law.
• Strong technical ability across both contentious and non-contentious work.
• Experience gained at a top national or international firm.
• Excellent drafting, advisory, and client-handling skills.
• A commercial outlook, leadership capability, and appetite for building client relationships.
• Comfortable working autonomously or remotely while contributing to a high-performing team.

What You’ll Get

• Remote-first culture with full flexibility (must be UK-based)
• Complex, challenging work on market-leading matters
• Clear route to partnership for the right candidate
• High-trust, inclusive team environment
• Excellent benefits including private health, generous holiday, and performance bonus

If you're a senior construction lawyer ready to move into a more flexible, autonomous role—without compromising on quality of work—get in touch today.

? Apply now or message Harkaye Core Talent for a confidential chat.