Managing Associate/Legal Director, 7PQE+ Contentious Construction Lawyer

Addleshaw Goddard; Leeds; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds is seeking a Managing Associate/Legal Director for contentious construction law. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a proven track record in leading complex transactions. You will play a key role in client relationship development and team management, working within a high-performing team. This role offers a collaborative environment that values growth and technical excellence.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years' experience in construction law at a recognized practice.
• Strong ability to lead complex transactions, liaising with relevant fee earners.
• Experience in supervising and developing junior fee earners.

Responsibilities

• Lead roles on client relationships and team supervision.
• Develop and foster client networks and management skills.

Skills

Excellent academic achievement

Experience in construction law

Ability to lead complex transactions

Supervision of junior fee earners

Commitment to continuous improvement

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree

Job description

Managing Associate/Legal Director, 7PQE+ Contentious Construction Lawyer, Leeds

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 205f651e19a1

Job Views: 26

Posted: 13.08.2025

Expiry Date: 27.09.2025

Job Description

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, as well as bespoke terms.

There is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in high-caliber work, client relationship development, and the 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 take lead roles on client relationships and team supervision, fostering client networks and management skills.

The Team

With over 100 specialist lawyers, including 26 Partners, our Construction and Engineering team provides comprehensive legal solutions across the construction industry.

Our Leeds team comprises 6 partners and over 30 fee earners. Their combined experience, commercial approach, strong relationships, and innovation have earned them Tier 1 rankings in Legal 500 and Chambers.

The team advises on all aspects of Construction Law across various sectors, including buildings, civil and process plant engineering, energy, infrastructure, and utilities, serving both private and public sectors. They also support other teams like Real Estate, Banking, and Projects.

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.
• Strong ability to lead complex transactions, liaising with relevant fee earners.
• Experience in supervising and developing junior fee earners.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and development.

Our Firm

Addleshaw Goddard values its people, encouraging growth and collaboration in a supportive environment. We deliver technical excellence, demonstrate client insight, and serve FTSE100 clients and equivalents globally.

Our success stems from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, supported by employee networks that celebrate our differences.

Our Approach: Imagine the best you can be

Our reputation is built on our people and work ethic. We strive for high-caliber work, with colleagues who care for one another and our clients.