Construction Associate (Non-Contentious) | 1+ Years PQE | Manchester
An outstanding opportunity for a junior Construction lawyer to join one of the most highly regarded non-contentious construction practices in the country, working on landmark energy and infrastructure projects alongside some of the leading names in the field.
The Firm
A Top 15 international firm that stands in a class of its own across energy, infrastructure, real estate and major projects, holding more Tier 1 Legal 500 rankings in the UK than any other firm and recognised as the most innovative law firm in Europe. Its sector led approach means lawyers are genuinely embedded in the industries they work with, building deep client relationships and commercially sharp expertise over time.
Despite its global scale and impressive reputation the culture is approachable, collaborative and genuinely supportive.
The Role
You will join a close-knit team of specialists consistently ranked at the top of both Chambers and the Legal 500, gaining hands-on exposure to the full range of front-end construction matters from an early stage.
You will draft and negotiate construction documentation, advise on procurement and risk allocation and support clients through the full lifecycle of major projects spanning renewable energy, infrastructure and real estate development, for a client base that includes FTSE 100 companies, international developers, utilities and public sector bodies.
From day one you will have real client contact, direct mentorship from leading partners and the autonomy to manage workstreams appropriate to your level of experience. This is a firm that genuinely invests in its junior lawyers and provides the tools, support and exposure needed to build a long term career at the very top of the market.
The Ideal Candidate
- Construction Associate (Non-Contentious) with 1+ years PQE