Projects & Infrastructure Managing Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Top 25 law firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Infrastructure Projects team, focusing on high-value construction and energy projects. With a reputation for providing exceptional service and fostering career development, this is an opportunity for an ambitious legal professional looking to make a significant impact in the sector.

Benefits

Top-tier clients

Exceptional career development opportunities

Lucrative bonus

Excellent benefits package

Well-being considerations

Qualifications

• Ambitious individual with extensive PQE.
• Ability to manage complex workloads.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Handle complex and varied workload for high-profile clients.
• Work alongside renowned Partners in transformational projects.

Skills

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Minimum 4 years PQE

Job description

Are you an ambitious legal professional seeking to step into the exciting world of high-value construction, infrastructure and energy projects?

With the unrivalled quality of work and range of work, this Top 25 firm is seeking a Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join their growing Infrastructure Projects team.

With over 40 Tier 1 ranked practice areas, join this leading firm in their modern Manchester office to develop your expertise in a sector which is shaping the landscape for future generations.

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. It is renowned for the legal talent it attracts, which is a testament to the quality of the work undertaken, the ongoing staff development and the working culture.

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 employees. The firm has won numerous awards in recognition of the outstanding quality of work produced, as well as for successfully cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Employees should expect exposure to top-quality international and UK clients and to receive support from some of the premier legal talents in the UK.

Culturally, the business has a cutting-edge and innovative feel which is balanced by the friendly and collaborative nature of the office environment.

The Role

This Tier 1 Ranked national team support some of the most transformational projects being undertaken in the UK and internationally. From renewable energy spanning wind, biomass and hydro, to large-scale transportation networks, utilities and health, you will have a hand in projects which will make a positive impact for generations to come.

Your primary role will be to advise on myriad commercial contracts pertinent to these varied projects throughout their entire life cycle.

Clients range from national governments and public bodies to FTSE 100 companies and international behemoths, and the size and scale of projects can vary greatly too, meaning the depth and breadth of work you will be exposed to is unlike any other position.

As one of the largest dedicated Projects teams in Manchester, you will have ample opportunity to continue your professional development and work side-by-side with renowned Partners as you enhance your career.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is an ambitious individual with a minimum of 4 years PQE
• Ability to independently manage a complex and varied workload
• Excellent verbal/written communicator with first-rate interpersonal skills
• Is commercially aware and has a real interest in the subject matter
• Has a proactive, innovative and value-adding mindset

What's on offer

• Working for a Top 25 and globally renowned employer
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
• First-rate career development opportunities
• Excellent salary
• Lucrative bonus
• Excellent benefits package and well-being considerations