Construction Solicitor

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 .