Construction Solicitor | Leeds | 4+ PQE | Major Law Firm with Excellent Reputation for it's Culture |
An outstanding opportunity has become available for an experienced Construction Solicitor (c. 4+ PQE) to join the Leeds office of a highly respected national law firm that has made a significant and impressive impact since expanding into the Northern market.
This firm has built a reputation for combining first-rate legal work with a refreshingly modern culture — attracting lawyers who want high-quality mandates, meaningful client relationships and a collaborative working environment without the rigidity often associated with larger practices.
The Firm
Operating across several UK offices with a substantial national platform, the firm advises an exceptional client base including major corporates, well-known brands, developers, investors and fast-growing businesses.
Its Leeds office forms a key part of the firm’s long-term regional strategy and continues to grow. Lawyers joining at this stage benefit from genuine visibility, close Partner access and the chance to contribute to the continued development of a northern offering backed by an established national team.
The Role
You will join a specialist Construction team working closely with Real Estate colleagues on a wide range of projects across the UK.
The workload is predominantly non-contentious, complemented by advisory and dispute-related matters where required. The team supports clients throughout the full lifecycle of construction projects — from procurement and contract negotiation through to project delivery and issue resolution.
Typical matters include:
- Preparing and negotiating construction and engineering agreements using industry-standard and bespoke documentation
- Advising developers, occupiers, contractors and consultants on project risk and contractual structures
- Supporting commercial property transactions where construction input is required
- Advising on fit-out and refurbishment projects, including corporate relocations and workspace developments
- Reviewing project security documentation and consultant arrangements
- Providing strategic advice where projects encounter delivery, payment or performance issues
- Assisting with formal dispute processes, including adjudication
You’ll work both independently and alongside colleagues nationally, with strong client exposure from day one.
Candidate Profile
This role would suit a construction lawyer who:
- Has 4+ years’ post-qualification experience gained within a recognised construction practice
- Enjoys building direct relationships with clients and acting as a trusted adviser
- Demonstrates strong commercial awareness alongside technical capability
- Is comfortable managing matters autonomously while contributing to team initiatives
- Has the ambition to play a role in the continued growth of a regional practice
Lawyers with an interest in business development and market engagement in the North will be particularly well placed.
Why Consider This Move?
This position offers a compelling combination of factors rarely aligned in the Leeds market:
- Access to sophisticated national work within a growing regional office
- A genuine opportunity to influence team growth and direction
- Strong internal culture centred on collaboration and approachability
- Excellent scope for progression as the northern practice expands
- High-profile clients and varied project-based work
This is an ideal move for a Construction Senior Associate seeking quality work, autonomy and long-term career development within a firm investing heavily in its Leeds presence.
For more information about this Construction Solicitor opportunity in Leeds, please contact Sophie Linley at Sacco Mann in confidence on 0113 236 6711.