Job Description

Construction Legal Director

Location: Leeds

Salary: £90,000 to £115,000 + bonus (dependent on experience)

Experience: 8+ years’ PQE

 

This is a brilliant opportunity for a senior construction lawyer to join a national Construction team in Leeds, with a workload that is predominantly contentious, alongside the opportunity to support on non-contentious projects.

If you enjoy complex disputes, working closely with colleagues and clients, and you’re motivated by building relationships and developing a profile in the market, this role offers strong platform and progression.

 

The Opportunity

• Advise on a broad range of construction disputes and contentious matters

• Support on non-contentious construction projects where required

• Work closely with senior colleagues on complex, high-value matters

• Manage matters with appropriate autonomy and supervision

• Build trusted client relationships and deliver clear, commercial advice

• Play an active role in business development and networking

• Take advantage of structured training and development opportunities

 

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

• 8+ years’ PQE with strong construction law experience

• Solid experience advising on contentious construction / disputes matters

• Strong understanding of fundamental construction law

• Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with clients and colleagues

• Strong team ethic and ability to work effectively under pressure

• Commercial mindset with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

• Discretion and professionalism, with exceptional attention to detail

Desirable

• Experience spanning both contentious and non-contentious construction work

• Experience gained within a broader commercial disputes or projects practice

 

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £90,000 to £115,000 + bonus (dependent on experience)

• Leeds location

• Predominantly contentious construction work within a national team

• Support, coaching and structured development opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options (including annual leave options, pension, wellbeing support and additional benefits)

 

About Our Client

Our client is a national law firm with a well-established construction practice, known for a straight-talking, solutions-led approach and a collaborative culture. The team supports a wide client base across the UK and invests in training, mentoring and long-term progression.

 

Location & Working Arrangements

Leeds. Flexible working patterns are available.

 

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.