Non-Contentious Construction Associate Laywer

Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer (Associate)

Location: Leeds or Manchester (hybrid working)

Salary: 75000 to 95000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: 4 to 6 years PQE (Non-Contentious Construction)

If youre a non-contentious Construction lawyer who wants genuinely big-ticket projects direct client exposure and a role that sits right in the middle of the energy transition this is a standout opportunity to join a market-leading Construction & Engineering team in Leeds or Manchester.

Youll advise across a broad mix of UK and international mandates spanning energy renewables utilities data centres and major infrastructure alongside high-quality real estate development work. The work is varied fast-moving and strategically important with early responsibility and strong long-term progression.

Due to sustained growth across the practice our client is looking to recruit a 4 to 6 PQE Associate to support major projects from procurement through to delivery. Youll work closely with senior lawyers in a high-performing environment while taking real ownership of workstreams and building trusted client relationships.

What Youll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting workstreams on major UK and international construction and infrastructure projects advising clients across energy utilities renewables transport data centres and development

• Drafting reviewing and negotiating a wide range of project documents including JCT NEC FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts

• Advising on appointments warranties guarantees security documents framework agreements and long-term service contracts

• Providing strategic commercial procurement and risk allocation advice to stakeholders including developers funders utilities public sector bodies operators contractors and supply chain participants

• Taking ownership of matters and supporting the growth of the practice through client relationship management business development and mentoring junior colleagues

What Were Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) with 4 to 6 years PQE (or equivalent) in non-contentious construction

• Experience advising on complex construction and engineering projects across energy renewables utilities infrastructure data centres and development

• Strong understanding of standard form and bespoke construction contracts including JCT and NEC

• Exposure to FIDIC EPC EPCM or other international documentation (helpful but not essential)

• Strong drafting analytical and matter management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain excellent client service

• Confident relationship builder able to deliver commercially focused advice aligned to client objectives and risk appetite

Whats On Offer

• Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home per week depending on role and location)

• Competitive financial package including discretionary bonus (performance dependent)

• Private medical insurance with options to upgrade and add family cover

• Pension with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)

• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection cover

• 25 days annual leave rising to 27 with service plus the option to buy or sell up to one week per year

• Sabbatical leave options (subject to eligibility)

• Health and wellbeing support including 24/7 employee assistance programme and counselling

• Wellbeing subsidy towards gym sports membership or wellbeing apps

• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan

• CSR day for volunteering (1 day per year) and payroll giving scheme

• Discounts and rewards portal plus peer and manager recognition schemes

Working Arrangements

Full-time permanent role based in Leeds or Manchester with hybrid working typically 2 days from home per week (depending on role and location).

Next Steps (How to Apply)

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