Transactional Construction Projects Lawyer – NQ

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented newly qualified Transactional Projects & Construction lawyer to join their Tier 1 team in Leeds. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to engage in high-profile energy, infrastructure, and real estate construction projects, including renewable energy and Net Zero Carbon technologies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, building strong client relationships and contributing to a growing team known for its excellence in construction law. If you're looking for first-class training and early responsibility, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your legal career.

Benefits

First-class training and career development

Early responsibility and client relationship opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure, energy, or real estate-related transactional construction work.
• Strong background in commercial contracts with interest in construction law.

Responsibilities

• Develop ongoing relationships with clients in construction projects.
• Work within an international team on top-tier national and international projects.

Skills

Construction Law

Commercial Contracts

Client Relationship Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Law Degree

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Transactional Construction Projects Lawyer – NQ, Leeds

Client: Pinsent Masons

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0544fba71f2a

Job Views: 7

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Transactional Construction Projects Lawyer – NQ

Leeds

Brief

We are currently looking to recruit a talented newly qualified Transactional Projects & Construction lawyer to join our expanding team in Leeds.

Our Leeds team is listed as Tier 1 in the Legal 500 in both Construction and Energy & Infrastructure categories for Yorkshire and the Humber. It is also ranked Tier 1 in Chambers for Construction in Yorkshire.

Our practice handles a range of energy, infrastructure, and real estate construction projects, including renewable energy, offshore wind, and 'Net Zero Carbon' technologies.

Our National Team

We have an excellent reputation acting for a diverse range of clients including employers, funders, project companies, contractors, and insurers across various sectors.

Key Clients include:

• Statkraft
• Drax Group PLC
• University of Sussex
• Flogas Britain Limited (part of DCC PLC)
• EPH UK
• RWE Renewables UK
• NDA Group
• University of Huddersfield
• BH EnergyGap Group

Work highlights:

• Advised The Eden Project on a new multi-million-pound project in Morecambe.
• Advised BP on the Northern Endurance Partnership and Net Zero Teesside Carbon Capture & Storage projects.
• Advised the University of Huddersfield on design and construction contracts for a new Health and Wellbeing Academy.
• Advised Schroders Greencoat on acquisitions of biomass plants in Wales and Scotland.

What our Clients say:

‘They are an excellent practice that enjoys a lot of depth and breadth.’

‘Pinsent Masons provide an excellent service, a great grasp of construction law, and a sound professional approach. Commercially aware, practical, and client-focused advice.’

‘Reputation for excellence’

The Candidate Required

The ideal candidate will have experience in infrastructure, energy, or real estate-related transactional (non-contentious) construction work, or a strong background in commercial contracts with an interest in transitioning into this area.

The role involves developing ongoing relationships with clients, working within an international team, and engaging in top-tier national and international construction projects.

Requirements include:

• Experience in a large commercial firm, in-house legal team, or local authority
• Team player with strong relationship-building skills
• Technical strength and good commercial judgment
• Interpersonal skills for client-facing roles

We offer:

• Market-leading, dynamic, and growing team
• First-class training and career development
• Early responsibility and client relationship opportunities