Company: JMC Legal Recruitment
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Posted: May 13th, 2026
Infrastructure Projects Legal Director | 8+ Years PQE | Top 25 International Firm | Manchester
An opportunity for an ambitious Legal Director to join a Tier 1 ranked Infrastructure Projects team at a Top 25 international firm in Manchester, working across some of the most transformational construction, infrastructure and energy projects being undertaken in the UK and internationally.
The Firm
A multinational firm with an unparalleled reputation across a range of sectors, boasting over 40 Tier 1 ranked practice areas, numerous Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners top ranked departments and countless ranked individuals. The firm is renowned for the legal talent it attracts, which is a testament to the quality of work undertaken, the ongoing investment in staff development and the working culture it has built.
Despite its size and strong growth, the firm is celebrated for its friendly and warm working environment and a management team who genuinely care for their people. Culturally it has a cutting edge and innovative feel, balanced by a collaborative office environment that has won numerous awards for both the quality of its work and its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The Role
You will join one of the largest dedicated Projects teams in Manchester, supporting some of the most significant and transformational projects being undertaken across the UK and internationally.
Work spans renewable energy including wind, biomass and hydro, large scale transportation networks, utilities and health, giving you a genuine hand in projects that will make a positive impact for generations to come.
Your primary focus will be advising on complex commercial contracts across these varied projects throughout their entire lifecycle. Clients range from national governments and public bodies through to FTSE 100 companies and major international organisations, with the size and scale of instructions varying greatly, meaning the depth and breadth of exposure is unlike most positions available in the market.
As a Legal Director you will work closely with renowned partners, take meaningful ownership of complex matters and play a key role in the continued development of junior members within the team.
The Ideal Candidate