Construction Legal Director
Location: Leeds
Salary: £90,000 to £115,000 + bonus (dependent on experience)
Experience: 8+ years’ PQE
This is a brilliant opportunity for a senior construction lawyer to join a national Construction team in Leeds, with a workload that is predominantly contentious, alongside the opportunity to support on non-contentious projects.
If you enjoy complex disputes, working closely with colleagues and clients, and you’re motivated by building relationships and developing a profile in the market, this role offers strong platform and progression.
The Opportunity
- Advise on a broad range of construction disputes and contentious matters
- Support on non-contentious construction projects where required
- Work closely with senior colleagues on complex, high-value matters
- Manage matters with appropriate autonomy and supervision
- Build trusted client relationships and deliver clear, commercial advice
- Play an active role in business development and networking
- Take advantage of structured training and development opportunities
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Qualified solicitor in England and Wales
- 8+ years’ PQE with strong construction law experience
- Solid experience advising on contentious construction / disputes matters
- Strong understanding of fundamental construction law
- Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with clients and colleagues
- Strong team ethic and ability to work effectively under pressure
- Commercial mindset with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
- Discretion and professionalism, with exceptional attention to detail
Desirable
- Experience spanning both contentious and non-contentious construction work
- Experience gained within a broader commercial disputes or projects practice
What’s On Offer
- Salary of £90,000 to £115,000 + bonus (dependent on experience)
- Leeds location
- Predominantly contentious construction work within a national team
- Support, coaching and structured development opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options (including annual leave options, pension, wellbeing support and additional benefits)
About Our Client
Our client is a national law firm with a well-established construction practice, known for a straight-talking, solutions-led approach and a collaborative culture. The team supports a wide client base across the UK and invests in training, mentoring and long-term progression.
Location & Working Arrangements
Leeds. Flexible working patterns are available.
Next Steps
Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.
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