Construction Associate or Senior Associate NQ-5 PQE - Leeds A UK-Top 100 firm has exciting plans for its top-ranked Construction & Engineering practice in Leeds and are looking for an Associate or Senior Associate further to strengthen their team, assisting with a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters. This role presents an unparalleled opportunity to develop your transactional construction and litigation experience within a high-performing and experienced team. THE OPPORTUNITY This is a leading Yorkshire firm with a stellar reputation both nationally and internationally. The firm is consistently ranked highly across all sectors and practice areas in the major legal directories, with several teams and lawyers listed individually. You will also be encouraged to thrive and to achieve your professional goals within a supportive and collegiate environment. The Construction & Engineering team cover the whole spectrum of contentious and non-contentious matters across energy and infrastructure, student accommodation, logistics, retail, private rented sector, sport, education, healthcare, and residential development sectors. This is a wide-ranging opportunity spanning traditional developments acting for developers, contractors, specialist subcontractors and consultants, through to complex projects in emerging areas such as energy and infrastructure. Whilst this role will involve a mix of contentious and non-contentious work, you will be encouraged to follow your passion and there is the opportunity to later specialise - if you choose to do so! ABOUT YOU You will be a Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE gained within an established FS Regulatory practice. The following skills are also considered essential to the role: · A solid understanding of issues arising in the construction industry and the drive for continuous development. · Ideally experience handling both contentious and non-contentious construction matters, though candidates with experience on either side will also be considered. · The ability to work collaboratively in a collegiate team, as well as colleagues in other practice areas. · A commitment and willingness to participate in business development. · A practical and commercial approach to working. · Clear communication skills, both written and verbally. OTHER INFORMATION · Competitive salary from £62,000 upwards depending on experience. · Annual bonus and comprehensive benefits package. · Hybrid working with a vibrant Leeds City Centre office. If this sounds like your ideal opportunity and you would like to hear more about this role, please contact jenniferhepple@bcllegal.com to arrange a confidential chat. Or apply now with a copy of your CV for immediate consideration! BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.