Non-Contentious Construction Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier legal firm in Manchester seeks a talented Non-Contentious Construction Associate with 2+ PQE to join their dynamic team. This role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and excellent progression opportunities within an award-winning firm known for its supportive environment and high-quality international clients.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Clear bonus structure up to 25% of base salary

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• You will have at least 2 years PQE as a Construction Associate.
• Must be commercially focused with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse non-contentious caseload covering renewable energy projects.
• Advise on national and international public infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with senior colleagues towards progression to Senior Associate.

Skills

Transactional Construction

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Non-Contentious Construction Associate 2 PQE+ | Top 25 Firm | Manchester

One of the premier legal brands operating in the UK, this Legal 500, Top 25 firm is seeking a talented Non-Contentious Construction Associate 2+ to join their Construction team in their lively Manchester office. For solicitors looking to work for a market leader with exposure to large-scale projects, an excellent benefits package and a supportive working environment, this is an opportunity to step into a senior position with top progression potential at a prestigious firm.

The Firm

This multinational firm has an unparalleled reputation for providing exemplary service across a range of sectors. It has numerous Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers & Partners top-ranked departments, as well as countless ranked individuals and rising stars. Despite its size, notable growth and strong profits, staff at the firm report a friendly and warm working environment and a management team who genuinely care for their workers. The firm has won numerous awards in recognition of the outstanding quality of the work produced, as well as for successfully cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Employees should expect exposure to top-quality international clients, as well as some of the foremost UK businesses and organisations and to receive support from some of the premier legal talents in the UK.

The Role

• This is a highly progressive opportunity for a Construction (non-contentious) Solicitor to join the firm's offices in Manchester, with hybrid working in place.
• Earning high accreditation in the Legal 500, the Construction team boasts unparalleled experience on a full spectrum of energy and infrastructure projects, advising FTSE100 companies and international heavyweights across the energy, property, transport & infrastructure sectors.
• To align with this, you will manage a diverse caseload covering non-contentious mandates & projects, including national & international renewable energy projects, conventional power generation issues, public infrastructure projects and large-scale offshore wind projects.
• In return, you can expect to receive plenty of opportunities to further progress within the team towards Senior Associate and eventually Partner.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will be a Transactional Construction Associate with 2 years PQE+.
• Commercially focused and detail oriented.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary & benefits package.
• Hybrid working.
• A clearcut bonus where you can earn 25% of your base salary.

If you are interested in furthering your career within a market-leading firm, please give me a call on 07441937615.