Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor

1 week ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Gia Consultancy Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

My Leeds city-based client is seeking to add to their Construction team by the appointment of a Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor. Ideally in the 4 to 8 year PQE bracket, the successful candidate will work alongside the Head of Department on a range of interesting and technical matters.

Working with a prestigious client base, the role will involve working closely with Developers, Contractors and a range of large Corporate and Commercial clients.  This is an opportunity to work extremely closely with repeat clients and build enduring and effective business relationships.

Key responsibilities:
  • Drafting and negotiating a wide range of construction documents, including building contracts, professional appointments, collateral warranties, and related agreements.
  • Advising clients on procurement strategy, project structuring, and risk allocation.
  • Providing specialist construction input on cross-departmental transactions, particularly real estate, banking, and corporate deals.
  • Supporting and supervising junior lawyers and trainees, with a focus on development and knowledge-sharing.
  • Engaging in client relationship management and actively contributing to business development initiatives.
The successful candidate will have:
  • A minimum of 4 years' post-qualification experience in non-contentious construction law.
  • Strong technical skills in drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke construction documents.
  • A commercial and solutions-driven approach to legal advice and client relationships.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • A proactive attitude to mentoring, leadership, and supporting the growth of junior members of the team.
  • Drive to be involved in business development initiatives with existing and new clients to drive construction workstreams.
In return you can expect:
  • Competitive package of salary and benefits
  • High quality work on significant projects
  • A clear progression path and development opportunities
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment
  • Flexible / hybrid working options.
Apply today for immediate consideration.

  • Contentious Probate Solicitor

    3 days ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Think Legal Recruitment Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

    Contentious Probate Legal Director / Junior Partner | Leeds | Leading PracticeExciting Growth Opportunity in Contentious ProbateI'm delighted to be working with a leading law firm in Leeds who are looking to appoint a talented contentious probate lawyer into a pivotal growth role within their busy and expanding team.The Opportunity:This is a genuine...

  • Contentious Construction Associate

    1 week ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time £50,000 - £90,000 per year

    Job DescriptionConstruction & Engineering LawyerLocation: Leeds (Hybrid working supported)Salary: £50,000-£90,000 + Extensive BenefitsExperience required: 1-8 Years PQEJoin a specialist team of 30 construction law experts in a UK Top 50 law firm and work with some of the best-known names in the construction and engineering industry.Our client, a leading UK...

  • Contentious Construction Associate

    1 week ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Freeths Full time £45,000 - £80,000 per year

    About the teamUK Top 50 Law firm, Freeths LLP's national Construction & Engineering team cover all aspects of the built environment and process plant, from infrastructure to commercial and residential buildings, offices, retail, logistics and production facilities. We are a specialist team of 28 construction and engineering law specialists who cover both the...

  • Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate/Managing Associate

    3 days ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time £75,000 - £110,000 per year

    Job DescriptionNon-Contentious Construction Senior Associate or Managing AssociateLocation: Leeds (Nationwide Collaboration)Salary: £75,000-£110,000 + Extensive BenefitsExperience required: 5+ Years PQEJoin a pioneering Clean Energy legal team at the forefront of the UK's renewable energy transformation, working with world-renowned battery manufacturers...

  • Paralegal - Construction, Leeds

    1 week ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Dobson Welch Full time £40,000 per year

    Construction Paralegal, Salary up to  £40K DOE + Excellent Benefit Package, Hybrid working options and Career Progression Opportunities.We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Paralegal to join a large, rapidly expanding construction team at an award winning UK law firm.Due to new client wins, we are looking for a talented...

  • Intellectual Property solicitor

    1 week ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Virtuoso Legal - Intellectual Property Specialists Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

    Are you organised, pro-active and intested in intellectual property law? Are you a self starter with a great work ethic?We're looking to recruit, train and develop talented solicitors and trainee solicitors to join our very talented team in this exciting and challenging area of law.Our mix is predominately IP litigation with some non contentious and...

  • Employment Solicitor

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Talent Flow Partners Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

    Employment Solicitor (5–6 Years PQE)Location: Leeds (Office-Based)Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceOverview:We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor (5–6 years PQE) to join our busy Employment team in Leeds. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment...

  • Planning Solicitor

    3 days ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom eNL Legal Recruitment Full time £45,000 - £120,000 per year

    Planning Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Leeds - A leading national law firm is seeking a Solicitor to join its Planning team in Leeds. Contact Melanie Daly at and quote job ref: 2070This is a hands-on role offering exposure to a wide range of planning and infrastructure matters, including town and country planning, highways, compulsory purchase, planning...

  • Construction Lawyer

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Walker Morris LLP Full time £90,000 - £120,000 per year

    OverviewWe are looking to recruit a Senior Associate with material experience of contentious and/or non-contentious construction work.The lawyers in our Construction & Engineering team cover the whole spectrum of the construction industry, from traditional developments acting for developers, contractors, specialist subcontractors and consultants, through to...

  • Construction Lawyer

    7 days ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Walker Morris LLP Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

    OverviewWe are looking to recruit 2 Senior Associates to our top ranked and growing Construction & Engineering team.The available roles can be focussed solely on contentious work, on non-contentious work, or a mix of both.We are looking for someone with 4 to 8 years' PQE experience in construction & engineering law who has experience of supervising others...