At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead non-contentious construction projects and advise key stakeholders on complex legal matters.
- Company: Join a prestigious international law firm with a strong presence in Birmingham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and the chance to shape the firm's construction practice.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on high-value projects and develop client relationships.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in a senior role within a dynamic legal environment.
- Qualifications: 8+ years' PQE in non-contentious construction law and established local network.
The predicted salary is between 115000 - 115000 £ per year.
A leading international law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Legal Director to join its highly regarded Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior construction lawyer with an established profile in the Birmingham and wider Midlands market, who is looking to take the next step in their career within a sophisticated international practice.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in non-contentious construction, advising developers, contractors, funders and other key stakeholders on a broad range of construction matters. You will be comfortable handling complex projects and negotiating construction documentation, while also playing an active role in developing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Local market knowledge and an established Birmingham network are essential.
The Role:
- Major development and regeneration projects;
- Building contracts and appointments;
- JCT and NEC documentation;
- Development agreements and funding arrangements;
- Construction aspects of corporate transactions and real estate projects;
- Procurement and project structuring;
- Contractor and consultant appointments;
- General non-contentious construction advice.
There will be significant opportunity to become a key senior figure within the Birmingham office, working with a high-quality client base and supporting the continued growth of the firm's construction offering across the Midlands.
The Candidate:
- Be a qualified solicitor with significant experience in non-contentious construction;
- Have a strong technical knowledge of construction law and documentation;
- Have an established reputation and network within the Birmingham/Midlands market;
- Demonstrate strong commercial awareness and excellent client management skills;
- Be confident in developing existing relationships and winning new work;
- Have experience working on complex, high-value projects;
- Be looking for a senior role with genuine scope for further progression.
This is a role for someone who wants to be visible in the Birmingham market and play a meaningful part in the continued development of an international firm's construction practice.
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