Associate / Senior Associate

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Associate / Senior Associate - Projects, Infrastructure & Construction
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Working pattern: Hybrid and flexible working available
LHH is pleased to be partnering with a leading UK law firm to recruit a non-contentious Associate or Senior Associate into its Projects, Infrastructure & Construction team in Manchester.
This is a strong opportunity for a construction lawyer looking to build their career within a high growth national practice, particularly if they have an interest in energy and infrastructure. The team advises on complex and high profile work across a range of sectors and offers a supportive environment with clear progression opportunities.
Our client has an established national reputation in this space and continues to invest significantly in its Projects, Infrastructure & Construction offering. The team is recognised for its collaborative culture, quality of work and ambitious growth plans, making this an exciting time to join.
The opportunity
The successful candidate will join a nationally regarded team with experience across a wide range of sectors, including:
  • Energy, including solar, wind and nuclear
  • Utilities
  • Civil engineering and heavy engineering
  • Real estate development
  • Infrastructure
The team acts for a broad client base, including developers, energy and utilities businesses, funders and major public sector organisations.
In this role, you will work closely with experienced senior lawyers and partners while also enjoying a good level of autonomy on client matters. There is genuine scope for mid to senior level lawyers to progress quickly and play a meaningful role in the team's continued development.
Key responsibilities
You will:
  • Manage a varied caseload of non-contentious construction and infrastructure matters, with appropriate partner support where required
  • Advise on complex contracts within the infrastructure and construction sectors
  • Work collaboratively with associates, trainees and paralegals, both delegating work and supporting delivery
  • Build and maintain strong relationships across the client base
  • Support partners on tenders and client pitches
  • Contribute to business development activity to strengthen both the team and wider firm offering
  • Supervise and mentor junior team members, supporting their ongoing development
  • Play a part in the strategic growth of the team both locally and nationally
About you
This opportunity is likely to suit a qualified solicitor with strong non-contentious construction experience who is looking to take the next step in their career within a progressive and well regarded national practice.
You will ideally have:
  • Qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales or an equivalent qualification
  • 2+ years' PQE
  • Strong experience advising on non-contentious construction matters and related project work
  • A good understanding of standard industry forms and construction contracts
  • Experience in the energy or infrastructure sectors, which would be advantageous, though not essential
  • The ability to work with a good degree of autonomy and manage competing priorities effectively
  • Strong analytical, communication and organisational skills
  • A commercial and client focused mindset, with the ability to build lasting relationships
  • Experience mentoring, supervising or supporting junior colleagues
  • The ambition to contribute as a key member of a growing and successful team
Candidates who may not meet every requirement are still encouraged to apply.
Why consider this role?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast growing and forward thinking law firm with an impressive national platform and a strong reputation in the construction, energy and infrastructure space.
The role offers:
  • High quality and complex work across key growth sectors
  • A collaborative and people focused culture
  • Clear opportunities for progression
  • The chance to be part of a team that is continuing to expand and invest
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • A competitive salary and a strong benefits package
Benefits typically include an annual salary review, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and access to a flexible benefits platform.
Apply
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity in Manchester, please get in touch with Callum Robson at LHH Recruitment Solutions.

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