Managing Associate - Projects, Infrastructure & Construction (Contentious)

We are recruiting for an experienced Managing Associate to join our Projects, Infrastructure & Construction team (PIC) based in Birmingham or Glasgow, on a hybrid basis.

This role is a full time, permanent opportunity, and will further strengthen our existing PIC team that operate on a national basis.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a construction lawyer with a specialism in contentious matters; however, we are also open to hearing from those with a background in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Nationally, the PIC team has expertise across a range of sectors including infrastructure, energy, real estate development and the public sector and undertakes both contentious, non-contentious construction and projects related work.

PIC has enjoyed significant growth and investment, making it an exciting and rewarding team to be a part of. The national Legal 500 team (with a presence in Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, London Belfast and Glasgow) comprises approximately 40 people, including support and lawyers across all levels of seniority. There is genuine opportunity for lawyers of mid to senior level to progress rapidly within the team and be part of its continued success.

Your Role

You will:

• Work for high calibre clients on complex contractual issues, with appropriate levels of Partner support
• Support clients on energy, infrastructure, highways, research facility, housing and student accommodation projects
• Be involved in advising clients at all stages of the post-contract process
• Represent clients in adjudication, arbitration and Technology and Construction Court proceedings
• Assist with advising clients on insolvency issues related to construction projects
• Build relationships with new clients and existing clients of the firm
• Develop your skills, knowledge and construction law expertise
• Delegate to and receive support from Senior Associates, Associates, Trainees and Paralegals
• Support the Partner team on tenders
• Participate in business development activity to strengthen the team and firm client base
• Contribute to team strategic planning and business development activities

Your Skills and Experience

You will be/have:

• A Qualified Solicitor (SRA or Law Society Registered or equivalent) 6 PQE+, already operating at a senior level, with contentious construction experience gained within a highly regarded Projects/Construction team
• Experience and knowledge of complex Construction Law matters involving issues such as delay, disruption, defects, building/fire safety, and payment claims.
• Experience and knowledge of standard industry forms, such as NEC, JCT and FIDIC
• A proven track record in business development and maintaining strong client relationships
• Experience of supervising and/or managing Associates and/or Paralegals
• Able to demonstrate first class communication skills with the ability and confidence to engage with clients and colleagues at all levels
• Able to confidently provide strategic advice to a variety of TLT clients
• Be an active, senior member of the team at TLT, with the commitment to developing the firm’s offering locally and nationally

Your Team

Our Projects, Infrastructure & Construction team have extensive experience in development and transactional construction projects, as well as expertise in dispute management and resolution. We have a significant record of advising UK infrastructure projects, in particular in the clean energy and transport sectors including on high value complex disputes.

We work with corporate clients of all sizes - global manufacturers and retailers, major national and regional builders, and commercial land developers are regular clients. We also work with registered housing associations and public bodies including local authorities, police forces and other governmental departments and agencies.

About TLT

Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people.

With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,800 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. Over the last few years TLT’s successful growth, delivery of high-quality work and support for colleagues has been consistently recognised by The Times and at the Legal Business, The Lawyer and British Legal Awards.

Our ambition is to create opportunities for what comes next for our clients, recognised as their 1st tier adviser and being valued for our values. We do this in our unique way by creating social value and a dynamic environment where our people are curious, creative and ambitious for their success.

In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute to the success of TLT.

Our Benefits

We value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You’ll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance.

At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people. We’re happy to talk about how flexible working can work for you and this role.