Associate Director, Construction Lawyer, Non-Contentious, Deloitte Legal

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Deloitte Legal is part of the global Deloitte Legal network, which has over 2,500 lawyers in more than 85 jurisdictions — making it one of the largest legal businesses in the world, with a global footprint that exceeds that of any traditional global law firm.

At Deloitte Legal we are re-imagining the way we deliver legal expertise and solve problems. By integrating legal advisory services with our consulting capabilities and technology, we are transforming the delivery of unique legal services — tapping into the multidisciplinary expertise of Deloitte to provide holistic legal, tax, risk, financial advisory and consulting advice to an unmatched list of clients.

This is a significant hire into a growing practice and a genuine opportunity for a senior construction lawyer to take a leading role in the development of the team and to seamlessly integrate legal services into broader solutions offered by Deloitte — a clear differentiator compared to traditional law firms.

You will have access to Deloitte's full range of multidisciplinary capabilities across tax, risk, financial advisory, consulting and technology, enabling genuinely integrated client solutions. Also, to world-class learning and development, with clear progression pathways to Director level and beyond.

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We are looking to recruit an experienced lawyer to join our Construction team and be part of our wider Real Estate practice. At Associate Director level, this role sits at the heart of the team's delivery and growth agenda. The successful candidate will take ownership of client relationships, lead on the delivery of complex non-contentious construction matters, and play an active role in business development and the mentoring of junior colleagues.

The primary focus is non-contentious construction work, although candidates with a mixed background in non-contentious and contentious work are preferred.

This is an opportunity for someone with the right mix of attitude, vision, experience, skills and drive to work with at Deloitte Legal. We particularly look for traits such as curiosity, energy and drive and being a great team player.

The successful candidate will be:

• Leading the delivery of a broad range of non-contentious construction matters, including contract negotiation and drafting, procurement strategy, and project advisory work.
• Working across a variety of cases and asset classes, including mixed use, residential, commercial, build-to-rent, hotels, student accommodation, and industrial developments, as well as corporate occupier acquisitions and disposals and property finance transactions across the UK.
• Managing client relationships and acting as a trusted adviser to a sophisticated client base, delivering commercially focused and pragmatic advice.
• Taking a leading role in business development activity, including pitching, tendering, attending industry events, and producing thought leadership content.

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Experience & Technical Skills

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with approximately proven years' PQE in construction law, with a strong focus on non-contentious work.
• Proven experience in non-contentious construction law; experience in construction disputes work is also advantageous.
• Demonstrable experience advising on a wide range of standard form contracts, including JCT and NEC; familiarity with FIDIC is an advantage.
• A strong academic background or equivalent.
• Experience advising developers, funders, occupiers, and/or contractors on major projects across a range of asset classes.

Personal Attributes

• The right mix of attitude, vision, experience, skills and drive; we particularly value curiosity, energy and enthusiasm, and being a genuine team player.
• Excellent drafting skills, attention to detail, and strong analytical, communication, organisational and time management skills.
• A strong commercial mindset, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical advice.
• Strong leadership skills , with the confidence and presence to operate at a senior level with clients and internal stakeholders alike.
• The ambition and aptitude to be instrumental in supporting the team's development and contributing to its strategic growth plans.
• A genuine commitment to exceptional client care.

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Innovation and tax consultancy may not seem to go together, but that’s exactly what you’ll find at Deloitte. We’re constantly seeking the new and working together to push the limits of what’s possible. Discover a new kind of tax career that you can make your own.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

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“Our ability to seamlessly integrate legal services into broader solutions offered by Deloitte is a differentiator as compared to traditional law firms. Deloitte also has some impressive proprietary technology which we can use to streamline/improve the delivery of legal services. We are ahead of the competition in this regard, including the other Big Four.” - Benjamin, Deloitte Legal

Our hybrid working policy

You’ll be based in Birmingham or Manchester with hybrid working.

At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.

We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.

Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.

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A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.

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