The firm
Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.
We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.
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The team
Shoosmiths delivers national solutions supplemented with local knowledge, allowing us to bring the best of both worlds to our clients’ transactions. With 14 locations across the UK and Europe, our knowledge of our cities and regions, as well as the connections we have in the local markets and sectors, means we can support our clients in a more intimate way, which factors in the nuances of those markets.
Our construction law team has advised on some of the UK’s most significant construction projects over the years, including infrastructure projects, commercial/residential schemes, town centre redevelopments, urban regeneration schemes, portfolio acquisition/disposal projects and process plants. The team acts for developers, occupiers, funders, construction professionals, contractors and specialists on managing and resolving risks in building and engineering projects.
The role
Since opening the Leeds office it has grown from 6 staff to over 100 and continues to grow across all disciplines. Due to that ongoing growth and increased client instructions we are seeking to appoint additional construction lawyers, specialising in non-contentious matters, to join our Leeds based Legal 500 and Chambers recognised team. The Leeds team are part of a large national construction law team, and we advise on all aspect of construction law for a national client base, including many household names.
This is a great opportunity to join a friendly market leading expert team where work will be of the highest quality and with plenty of scope to take early responsibility.
You'll be working with people who thrive on being pro-active, bringing energy and ideas to make a real difference to clients and delivering service excellence. You'll be expected to make things happen and take initiative from day one. If you join us, we'll give you the support to build your career and boost your skills.
As a people centric firm, we invest heavily in developing our people by providing the structure, a supportive work culture in an innovative and flexible environment