Construction Senior Associate / Legal Director in Leeds

Construction Senior Associate / Legal Director in Leeds

Leeds Full-Time 85000 - 110000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Vasto Legal Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a dynamic team advising on high-value construction projects and contracts.
  • Company: Leading UK commercial law firm known for its collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus structure, flexible working, and excellent training opportunities.
  • Other info: Work in a supportive environment with strong inter-team collaboration.
  • Why this job: Take your career to the next level with clear progression and management responsibilities.
  • Qualifications: 4–8+ PQE experience in Construction law within England & Wales or common law jurisdictions.

The predicted salary is between 85000 - 110000 Β£ per year.

We are working with a leading UK commercial law firm on an exciting opportunity within their highly regarded Construction team in Leeds. This is a fantastic chance to join a forward-thinking, commercially driven firm with a strong reputation for advising on complex, high-value construction and infrastructure projects.

The team advises a broad range of clients, including developers, contractors, funders, and public sector bodies, on both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. Their work spans major development and infrastructure projects, drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke construction contracts (including JCT and NEC), as well as advising on project risk, procurement strategies, and dispute avoidance. The team is also experienced in handling disputes through adjudication, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution.

This role is ideally suited to a Senior Associate who is looking for a clear progression path and the opportunity to take on management responsibilities. As well as this, the firm can offer a high degree of flexibility. The position can focus on non-contentious construction; however, if you have worked on both non-contentious and contentious matters and wish to continue a similar caseload, then this can be provided.

This leading UK commercial law firm has built a strong reputation across multiple practice areas and is known for its collaborative and integrated approach. Operating from a single-site model, the firm fosters close working relationships across teams, enabling seamless client service. The Construction team works closely with Real Estate, Planning, and Projects specialists to provide holistic advice on complex developments. The firm is recognised for its investment in people, offering excellent training, clear progression pathways, and a positive working environment.

Requirements: You will have 4–8+ PQE experience working on Construction matters in England & Wales, or common law jurisdictions.

Salary: Β£85k–£110k depending on your level of experience, as well as a leading bonus structure.

Construction Senior Associate / Legal Director in Leeds employer: Vasto Legal Recruitment

Join a leading international law firm in Leeds, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. With a competitive salary and a transparent bonus structure, this role not only offers financial rewards but also ample opportunities for professional growth and development in the exciting fields of energy and infrastructure planning. Experience a supportive environment that encourages meaningful contributions to impactful projects.

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We think you need these skills to ace Construction Senior Associate / Legal Director in Leeds

Construction Law
Contract Drafting
Negotiation Skills
Project Risk Management
Procurement Strategies
Dispute Resolution
Adjudication