Shoosmiths

The Project Lead is responsible for the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional projects that enable the organisation's strategic objectives. They implement best practice project management methodologies and standards on the initiatives to which they are assigned. In this role, you will work with a wide range of stakeholders of varying seniority from all parts of our business to implement some of the most significant change programmes in the firm. Using your professional experience, you will help senior stakeholders to scope, plan and deliver change initiatives that yield a meaningful impact on our firm and our clients. 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. Shoosmiths is also on a pathway to net zero across the value chain by 2040. 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. Our Strategy Shoosmiths' strategy is to transform Shoosmiths from being a really good firm with a really solid reputation, into an excellent firm with a reputation for excellence . So that by 2030, we will excel in our chosen markets. At the heart of our new strategy is focus . Intense focus on what we do well. And a bold commitment to doing it even better. The Team Shoosmiths' Projects & Innovation (P&I) team is the primary delivery capability for all significant change programmes across the firm. Whether delivering projects themselves or supporting the wider firm to deliver their own change, the P&I team has oversight of all major change in the firm. The team drives efficiency and excellence in the way the firm operates, creates more competitive advantage in the delivery of legal services and maximises the impact and effective delivery of impactful change programmes in the firm. Main Responsibilities Support the Director of P&I, the Heads of Operational Excellence and Legal Process Innovation and the Programme Management Office to implement their strategies and plans across the firm and to build the capability and profile of the P&I team. Help parts of our firm to understand and prioritise what should be on their change roadmap for the 12-24 months ahead. Deliver some of the most complex, strategically important change projects in our firm. Supporting the implementation of a project management framework that ensures the successful completion of projects within the firm. Manage project budgets, financial and project controls, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed constraints. Collaborate with the Information Systems (IS) team and other departments across the firm to implement change. Provide coaching, training and advice to colleagues who wish to run projects of their own. Skills & Qualifications Experience in a similar role, preferably within a UK-based law firm or professional services organisation. Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices. Proven track record in successfully managing complex projects and delivering operational efficiencies. Demonstrated experience in change management, particularly in the context of business transformation. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to organise resources to deliver against prioritised transformation programs. Proven ability to lead effectively, with strong skills in coordinating project activities, delegating responsibilities, and developing other team members through coaching, mentoring, or structured training. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. A relevant degree or professional qualification in business management, technology, or a related field is preferred. Qualifications such as the Association of Project Management, Prince2, Scrum, Managing Successful Programmes, Agile Project Management, or other equivalent certifications are desirable.

Shoosmiths are seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join the Plot Sales Team who act on behalf of developers, traders, entrepreneurs and home builders across the UK. This role is a 12 month fixed term contract. As a Conveyancing Assistant, you will join a team who are responsible for providing full administrative support (including audio typing) to our national plots team. You will be responsible for producing legal documentation to a high level of accuracy and working with your team to ensure deadlines and performance targets are met. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who is looking to move into a growing practice and develop a legal career, as full training will be given around the end-to-end conveyancing lifecycle. The team We have specialist conveyancing teams qualified to deal with residential conveyancing. These teams include Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers, Legal Executives, experienced non-qualified Conveyancers, paralegals and support staff. Our dedicated team of conveyancing lawyers and supporting paralegal progressors provide an unrivalled level of attention, treating each transaction with care and consideration. We recognise that no two transactions or clients' requirements are the same and we seek to match our services to meet every need, mindful that this can be a stressful experience which we seek to offset wherever possible. Our expert team progress our clients' instructions for 5,000 properties bought and sold each year, while our clients include private individuals, property investors, developers and lenders. 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. To discover more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits Package Skills and qualifications The ideal candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills and it would be helpful to have previous experience working in a customer service position. You will enjoy working as part of a team and also possess excellent organisational and time-management skills. A strong attention to detail is also required, as you will be drafting legal paperwork, inputting data and audio typing. You will be passionate about helping people and like to be thoroughly organised to prioritise work independently. Essential knowledge and experience Good team player Good communication and client care skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Enthusiasm and willingness to learn Able to work under pressure and to deadlines "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

We are looking for an ambitious and conscientious Associate to join our Litigation team in Belfast. You will be part of a vibrant, local team with plans to develop - with the support of a large UK-wide infrastructure behind you. We are ambitious and passionate about the work we do and we will encourage you to develop your own skills alongside our experienced partners and legal team. We pride ourselves on working collaboratively in relation to our litigation caseload and across our different office locations as required. What do we need from you? A detailed working knowledge of civil litigation and advocacy in both the County Court and the High Court is required for this role and Chancery and Commercial Court experience would be an advantage either from your training contract or in your post qualification experience. We can offer you a varied commercial litigation caseload with a particular focus on financial services and insolvency disputes. You will have opportunity for significant levels of client contact and to build meaningful and rewarding relationships as a result. We hope you'll share our commitment to putting the client at the centre of everything we do and work with us to deliver an exceptional service in a friendly, supportive environment. We place a lot of belief in culture and community and genuinely think we have something different to offer you at Shoosmiths. This is reflected in everything we say and do, from our use of technology to enable effective cross-office working, to our team spirit and culture. We strive to create an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees can be themselves at work. We are proud of our active employee networks; the establishment of our Shadow Board; and initiatives such as reciprocal mentoring and inclusive leadership training, to bring diverse perspectives and recommendations to our leadership team and the firm as a whole. We are a values-driven business - our values are at the core of the firm and we evaluate how we behave in accordance with these values through a competency framework and a formal recognition scheme where we celebrate and reward examples of living and exceeding our values. The team Our Belfast Dispute Resolution & Litigation team specialises in all forms of commercial litigation, in particular disputes in the corporate, real estate, energy, tech and financial services spheres. Our state-of-the-art office provides space for a collaborative working culture and a fantastic environment to enable a mix of office and home working, as required by our caseload. We currently act for an impressive number of large national and multi-national corporations, High Street banks, financial institutions and FTSE 250 clients. We provide our clients with a wide range of advisory and litigation services covering all aspects of commercial litigation. 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. "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an English law qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE experience to join our expanding Real Estate Finance practice in London as a Principal Associate. We are looking for an experienced lender/creditor side lawyer whose current role sees them readily drafting and negotiating LMA based real estate facility agreements (investment and development) across a wide spectrum of asset classes in not only the domestic market but also key European markets and has demonstrable excellent deal management skills, as well as advising agents, security agents, servicers and cash managers on a wide variety on REF backed financing transactions including direct lending, back leverage and securitisation structures. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a range of real estate financing across a variety of sectors and spanning both development and investment work. Whilst the role would provide predominantly acting for clients on the lender/creditor side and particularly with a focus on helping to grow the agency/servicing practice, we are looking for candidates who have experience of, and so can readily switch to, borrower side representation. The successful candidate would plug into an already growing team of REF lawyers in London at an exciting time during the firm's growth and expansion and will work alongside the existing team in London as well as working with colleagues in other offices. The team Shoosmiths' real estate finance practice combines the experience of the firm's leading banking and real estate practices, drawing upon further expertise in construction, planning, environmental, corporate and tax where necessary. The team advises a wide range of leading banks and other lenders, borrowers, public bodies, loan servicers, security trustees, REITs and other funds in all areas of real estate finance (investment and development), including syndicated, club and bilateral debt facilities. We are experienced in advising on complex capital structures, including senior and mezzanine facilities, revolving credit facilities and intercreditor agreements. Our borrower clients include partnerships, limited partnerships, LLPs and onshore and offshore unit trusts. In any property finance transaction, we realise that lenders are serving their own clients too, and they expect the approach of their lawyers to reflect well on them. Our panel position with many of the UK's leading financial institutions is a testament to the quality of the advice we give and the way we give it. 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. Click on "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

We are looking for a Principal Associate or Legal Director to join our dynamic, market leading Financial Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist group working in retail financial services; one of the few teams ranked for Consumer Finance UK wide in Chambers and Partners. Financial Services is a broad area, but this is a strategic role for a regulatory specialist who will be responsible for growing and shaping a regulatory practice focusing on asset management and investments. You will be the go-to advisor on a wide range of regulatory issues affecting asset managers, investment firms, and retail investment products, including MiFID II, UCITS, AIFMD, ESG regulations, and FCA conduct rules. We are looking for a candidate who has a strong understanding of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000, and the Financial Conduct Authority Handbook and is able to advise clients on the regulatory perimeter, authorisation applications, being an FCA authorised firm, the Senior Managers and Certification Regime, Appointed Representatives, outsourcing arrangements and general compliance Knowledge of other areas of financial services such as payments, e-money, insurance and capital markets is an advantage but not essential. In addition, we are looking for a candidate with: a proven ability to lead client relationships and manage complex projects independently. a collaborative approach to working with our Corporate and Funds teams on structuring and regulatory aspects of transactions, fund launches, and cross-border investment strategies. experience in supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and associates, providing clear direction and quality control. experience of engaging with regulators (e.g., FCA, PRA) and industry bodies on behalf of clients. a proven ability to Develop and deliver training to clients and internal teams on regulatory topics independently. ambition to build a practice and to contribute to business development, including client pitches, thought leadership, and expanding the firm's regulatory offering. We are looking for someone to work with us in implementing our strategy to be a leading professional service provider of retail financial services advice. We work with household name clients on complex legal issues to find innovative solutions. We are looking for a creative individual and a self-starter who can work autonomously with the support of a team behind you. We'd like to see demonstrable experience of supervising juniors and managing clients. Given the nature of the work we expect the successful candidate to have excellent drafting skills and attention to detail and to have a genuine interest in the Financial Services sector. In this role you will work as part of collaborative national team based across Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Milton Keynes and London. We have some flexibility in where we recruit across these regional hubs so we'd be pleased to hear from you in you're in any of these locations. Our current team includes Suzanne Taylor, Wayne Gibbard and Thomas Morrison who are well known industry experts. We place a lot of belief in culture and community, and genuinely think we have something different to offer you at Shoosmiths. This is reflected in everything we say and do from our use of technology to enable effective cross-office working, to our team spirit and culture. We strive to create an inclusive and supportive work place where employees can be themselves at work. We are proud of our active employee networks, the establishment of our Shadow Board and initiatives such as reciprocal mentoring and inclusive leadership training to bring diverse perspectives and recommendations to the firm as a whole. The team and wider firm Our national Commercial Group is a 25 Partner-strong practice consisting of over 90 lawyers. In addition to our Financial Services team, the expertise spans IT and Technology, IP, Privacy & Data, Complex contracts and outsourcing and Energy & Infrastructure We are a top 40 law firm with over 200 partners and around 1,500 staff in total. 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. Click on "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

The team Our national banking and finance team advises clients on a range of financing transactions across a wide variety of sectors, often with a multi-jurisdictional element. Acting for borrowers, lenders and investors means we have a practical understanding of the needs of all parties to a financing transaction. Our expertise extends to corporate lending, leverage finance, asset finance, real estate finance (investment and development), project finance and invoice discounting both on a bilateral and a syndicated basis. We work closely with some of the UK's major banks and financial institutions, and have approved panel status with many of them. Our Leeds office is dynamic and entrepreneurial, affording a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to contribute to expansion of the practice and to advance personally. The role This is a fantastic opportunity for a one to four year PQE Associate to join our market leading Leveraged Finance practice with a focus on developing our expertise and market share across the North (with the successful candidate to be based in Leeds). We have an established banking team nationally which operate as one therefore you'll benefit from taking part in shaping the local team and brand whilst having the structure and support to help you progress in your career. The work on offer is varied with a focus on leveraged finance, corporate financings, corporate / sponsor led transactions and growth lending / venture debt. We work across the full transaction lifecycle including drafting and negotiating facilities agreements and security documents (both LMA and non-LMA form), drafting and negotiating intercreditor arrangements, drafting standard form precedent documentation and working closely with our corporate and restructuring teams. The team also does a material amount of in life work on a portfolio basis working with lenders and borrowers on waivers, re-sets, restatements and bolt-ons. With a consistent volume of transactions, this is an excellent platform to progress skills acquired during training contracts and early careers in a client-facing role, assume matter responsibility and there is ample opportunity to participate in client development initiatives. Skills and qualifications Our ideal candidate will be between one and four years PQE experience and have leveraged finance (as well as cashflow and general banking) experience acquired during their post-qualification career at their current firm. They will be naturally proactive in their approach and will be as passionate as us in what we do. You will have experience liaising with lenders, borrowers, intermediaries and/or investors on the full transaction lifecycle and have ample opportunities to take the next steps from focussing on conditions precedent and security arrangements to taking ownership of credit agreements as your know-how progresses. As a people centric business, we invest heavily in developing our people by providing an innovative, flexible and supportive environment. 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. Click on "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate / Senior Associate to join our market leading Leveraged Finance practice with a focus on developing our expertise and market share across Manchester and the North. We have an established banking team nationally which operate as one therefore you'll benefit from taking part in shaping the local team and brand whilst having the structure and support to help you progress in your career. The work on offer is varied with a focus on leveraged finance, corporate financings, corporate /sponsor led transactions and growth lending / venture debt. We work across the full transaction lifecycle including drafting and negotiating facilities agreements and security documents (both LMA and non-LMA form), negotiating intercreditor arrangements and working closely with our corporate and restructuring teams. The team also does a material amount of in life work on a portfolio basis working with lenders and borrowers on waivers, re-sets, restatements and bolt-ons. With a consistent volume of transactions, this is an excellent platform to assume matter responsibility and there is ample opportunity to participate in client development initiatives. The team Our national banking and finance team advises clients on a range of financing transactions across a wide variety of sectors, often with a multi-jurisdictional element. Acting for borrowers, lenders and investors means we have a practical understanding of the needs of all parties to a financing transaction. Our expertise extends to corporate lending, leverage finance, asset finance, real estate finance (investment and development), project finance and invoice discounting both on a bilateral and a syndicated basis. We work closely with some of the UK's major banks and financial institutions, and have approved panel status with many of them. Our Manchester office is dynamic and entrepreneurial, affording a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to contribute to expansion of the practice and to advance personally. 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. Skills and qualifications Our ideal candidate will have between 3 and 6 years PQE and have strong leveraged finance (as well as cashflow and general banking) experience at their current firm; they will be naturally proactive in their approach and will be as passionate as us in what we do. You will have experience liaising with lenders, borrowers, intermediaries and/or investors on the full transaction lifecycle. As a people centric business, we invest heavily in developing our people by providing an innovative, flexible and supportive environment. Click on "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

This role will see you working with an array of clients including household names on non-contentious matters. You will be working closely with the team promoting the continued success for delivering exceptional client service advising on a mix of development/infrastructure projects, real estate and corporate acquisitions and disposals, property finance and process plant contracts. A number of our construction partners and team members have previously worked in-house for major industry players, therefore candidates with backgrounds in private practice or industry are equally of interest. Our ideal candidate will have a demonstrable expertise in standard forms of construction contracts (JCT, NEC), development agreements, process plant and associated documentation. We act for a range of clients, primarily on the employer/developer side, however previous experience on the contractor/supply side would also be valuable. As a valued member of this high performing team, this role may offer the scope to mentor other members of the national team. While we are looking for someone who has a deep background in non-contentious work, we are very open to candidates who have a desire to do both non-contentious and contentious work. The Team Our construction team stands at the forefront of the UK's most significant construction projects, from transformative infrastructure ventures to dynamic urban regeneration schemes. With a wealth of commercial and contractual expertise, we guide clients through de-risking strategies, offering strategic advice from scheme inception to project completion. Our adept contentious lawyers excel in dispute resolution, ensuring smooth project progression. Specialists in brownfield site development, we ensure thorough remediation and validation, appointing top-tier environmental consultants and engineers. We address industry challenges like skills shortages and material price volatility, leveraging digital tools and offsite construction. By understanding our clients' unique needs and staying ahead of legislative changes, we provide long-term, market-savvy support that turns ambitions into reality. Our construction and engineering team advises on all aspects of legal construction matters, from strategic advice on procurement and institutional and market expectations at project inception, to contentious aspects of projects during and after completion. The team of seven partners and twenty-one legal professionals, including legal directors, paralegals, and trainees, assists clients across the industry, including developers, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants, public authorities, higher education bodies, and funding and letting entities. We advise on development work, major infrastructure projects, remediation contracts, and process plant and power generation projects. Additionally, we support clients in resolving disputed issues through adjudication, Technology and Construction Court actions, arbitration, and mediation. 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. Click on "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

This role will see you working with an array of clients including household names on non-contentious matters. You will be working closely with the team promoting the continued success for delivering exceptional client service advising on a mix of development/infrastructure projects, real estate and corporate acquisitions and disposals, property finance and process plant contracts. A number of our construction partners and team members have previously worked in-house for major industry players, therefore candidates with backgrounds in private practice or industry are equally of interest. Our ideal candidate will have a demonstrable expertise in standard forms of construction contracts (JCT, NEC), development agreements, process plant and associated documentation. We act for a range of clients, primarily on the employer/developer side, however previous experience on the contractor/supply side would also be valuable. As a valued member of this high performing team, this role may offer the scope to mentor other members of the national team. While we are looking for someone who has a deep background in non-contentious work, we are very open to candidates who have a desire to do both non-contentious and contentious work. The Team Our construction team stands at the forefront of the UK's most significant construction projects, from transformative infrastructure ventures to dynamic urban regeneration schemes. With a wealth of commercial and contractual expertise, we guide clients through de-risking strategies, offering strategic advice from scheme inception to project completion. Our adept contentious lawyers excel in dispute resolution, ensuring smooth project progression. Specialists in brownfield site development, we ensure thorough remediation and validation, appointing top-tier environmental consultants and engineers. We address industry challenges like skills shortages and material price volatility, leveraging digital tools and offsite construction. By understanding our clients' unique needs and staying ahead of legislative changes, we provide long-term, market-savvy support that turns ambitions into reality. Our construction and engineering team advises on all aspects of legal construction matters, from strategic advice on procurement and institutional and market expectations at project inception, to contentious aspects of projects during and after completion. The team of seven partners and twenty-one legal professionals, including legal directors, paralegals, and trainees, assists clients across the industry, including developers, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants, public authorities, higher education bodies, and funding and letting entities. We advise on development work, major infrastructure projects, remediation contracts, and process plant and power generation projects. Additionally, we support clients in resolving disputed issues through adjudication, Technology and Construction Court actions, arbitration, and mediation. 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. Click on "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

This role will see you working with an array of clients including household names on non-contentious matters. You will be working closely with the team promoting the continued success for delivering exceptional client service advising on a mix of development/infrastructure projects, real estate and corporate acquisitions and disposals, property finance and process plant contracts. A number of our construction partners and team members have previously worked in-house for major industry players, therefore candidates with backgrounds in private practice or industry are equally of interest. Our ideal candidate will have a demonstrable expertise in standard forms of construction contracts (JCT, NEC), development agreements, process plant and associated documentation. We act for a range of clients, primarily on the employer/developer side, however previous experience on the contractor/supply side would also be valuable. As a valued member of this high performing team, this role may offer the scope to mentor other members of the national team. While we are looking for someone who has a deep background in non-contentious work, we are very open to candidates who have a desire to do both non-contentious and contentious work. The Team Our construction team stands at the forefront of the UK's most significant construction projects, from transformative infrastructure ventures to dynamic urban regeneration schemes. With a wealth of commercial and contractual expertise, we guide clients through de-risking strategies, offering strategic advice from scheme inception to project completion. Our adept contentious lawyers excel in dispute resolution, ensuring smooth project progression. Specialists in brownfield site development, we ensure thorough remediation and validation, appointing top-tier environmental consultants and engineers. We address industry challenges like skills shortages and material price volatility, leveraging digital tools and offsite construction. By understanding our clients' unique needs and staying ahead of legislative changes, we provide long-term, market-savvy support that turns ambitions into reality. Our construction and engineering team advises on all aspects of legal construction matters, from strategic advice on procurement and institutional and market expectations at project inception, to contentious aspects of projects during and after completion. The team of seven partners and twenty-one legal professionals, including legal directors, paralegals, and trainees, assists clients across the industry, including developers, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants, public authorities, higher education bodies, and funding and letting entities. We advise on development work, major infrastructure projects, remediation contracts, and process plant and power generation projects. Additionally, we support clients in resolving disputed issues through adjudication, Technology and Construction Court actions, arbitration, and mediation. 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. Click on "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.