Construction and Engineering Expert

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Zest Recruitment and Legal Consultancy Ltd Full time

Zest Recruitment and Legal Consultancy Ltd have an opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a top-tier law firm in Manchester as part of their global construction and engineering practice.

The firm represents governments, public bodies, multinational corporations, and contractors, handling significant and complex matters.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Representing a range of national and international clients, focusing on the energy and infrastructure sectors, as well as the traditional built environment.
  • Providing strategic and commercial legal advice on major energy, infrastructure, and development projects, and resolving disputes arising on such projects.
  • Handling matters independently and guiding more junior lawyers within the team.
  • Leading business development efforts and contributing to the team's strategic direction.
  • Collaborating with colleagues across the national/international team and wider practice groups to develop growth areas.

Requirements include:

  • 4+ years of post-qualification experience in contentious or a mix of contentious and non-contentious construction law.
  • Strong technical skills gained through working on high-value construction and engineering disputes.
  • The ability to interpret and apply construction and engineering contracts with practical effect for clients.
  • Understanding complex legal arguments and subtle interpretation differences, and explaining the law clearly and concisely.
  • Developing strategies for the avoidance/resolution of disputes arising on construction and engineering projects, considering the client's overall strategy.

As part of a leading global team, you will have the support needed to deliver excellence and be rewarded with a competitive salary, benefits, and hybrid working arrangements.



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