Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate / Principal Associate

Our nationally recognised non-contentious construction practice is seeking a talented Senior Associate or Principal Associate to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to work on some of the UK's most significant development, regeneration, infrastructure and energy projects.

You will advise a diverse client base including developers, investors, occupiers, funders and public sector bodies, working alongside leading practitioners across Real Estate, Energy & Infrastructure, Planning and Real Estate Finance. You'll be given early responsibility, direct client exposure and the chance to play a key role in complex, high-profile projects from inception through to completion.

Your work will include:

• Advising on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters across development, investment and infrastructure projects.
• Drafting and negotiating JCT, NEC and bespoke construction contracts, development agreements/agreements for lease and associated transaction documents.
• Advising on consultant appointments, collateral warranties, bonds, guarantees and third-party rights.
• Supporting clients on procurement strategies, risk allocation and project delivery.
• Working closely with colleagues across our national Real Estate and Infrastructure practices to provide seamless, commercially focused advice.
• Contributing to client relationship management, business development initiatives and the continued growth of the practice.

Our Construction team is recognised for advising on some of the most exciting projects in the market, supporting major development and regeneration schemes, infrastructure projects, energy developments and investment transactions throughout the UK. Collaboration sits at the heart of our approach, both within the team and across the wider firm. We embrace flexible hybrid working, with team members typically in the office at least three days per week.

We are interested in candidates with strong technical expertise alongside a commercial and proactive approach to client service. Ideally you will have:

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE gained within a recognised construction practice.
• Strong experience advising on non-contentious construction matters, including JCT and/or NEC contracts.
• Excellent technical and drafting skills combined with strong commercial awareness.
• Ability to manage matters and workstreams independently.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to client service excellence.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers.
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for business development.

Desirable:

• Experience advising on major development, regeneration, infrastructure or energy projects.
• Knowledge of development finance structures and funder requirements.
• Experience of Building Safety Act related issues and documentation.