JMC Legal Recruitment
Construction Partner
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Construction Partner / Legal Director | Southampton, Hampshire | Top 200 Regional Firm
Construction is becoming an increasingly important part of this firm's long-term growth strategy. This isn't about stepping into an established hierarchy, it's about helping shape the future of a highly regarded practice with the backing of a leading Top 200 law firm.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction Partner or Legal Director to join a respected regional firm with a strong reputation across Real Estate, Development and Commercial Property. The team already acts on a significant volume of quality construction work, and the firm is now looking for a senior lawyer to lead, grow and further develop the offering across the South Coast.
The Opportunity
This is a genuine leadership role with the freedom to build your own practice while benefiting from an established referral network across Real Estate, Planning, Corporate and Commercial teams.
You'll advise a broad client base including developers, housebuilders, investors, contractors, landlords and commercial occupiers on a mix of contentious and non-contentious construction matters.
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Your work will include:
- Drafting and negotiating JCT, NEC and bespoke construction contracts
- Advising on professional appointments, collateral warranties and development documentation
- Supporting major commercial and residential development projects
- Handling construction disputes including defects, payment issues and adjudications
- Developing long-term client relationships and identifying new opportunities across the wider firm
This is a role for someone who enjoys building something. Whether you already have a following or a strong network of referral relationships, you'll have the autonomy, investment and platform to grow a successful construction practice with the full backing of an ambitious firm.
About You
- Construction Solicitor with significant post-qualification experience
- Existing Partner, Legal Director or ambitious Senior Associate ready to step up
- Strong experience across contentious, non-contentious or mixed construction work
- Commercially minded with excellent relationship-building skills
- Business development focused, ideally with an existing client following or referral network
- Keen to play a strategic role in the growth of a leading regional practice
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What's on Offer
- Leadership opportunity within a respected Top 200 regional firm
- Genuine opportunity to shape and grow the Construction practice
- High-quality work generated through established Real Estate and Development teams
- Strong internal referral network and collaborative culture
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Highly competitive remuneration with a tailored package available for the right individual
- Clear route to equity for lawyers looking to build a long-term future
This is a rare opportunity to join a firm with real momentum, where entrepreneurial lawyers are given the platform, autonomy and support to build something significant.
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