Non-Contentious Construction Associate

Overview

In this role you will join a top-tier London construction team to advise on non-contentious matters across development projects and real estate transactions. You will work closely with senior partners, owning your matters while collaborating with the Real Estate team to deliver high-value development work. The role offers clear progression, a modern culture, and hybrid working to support professional growth and client relationships.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the office)
• excellent training and progression opportunities
• firm-funded social events and activities
• strong work-life balance
• supportive, collegiate environment

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a wide range of construction documents (building contracts, consultant appointments, collateral warranties, letters of intent, development agreements)
• Advise on construction aspects of development projects from procurement to completion
• Manage your own matters with support from Partners and senior lawyers
• Collaborate with the Real Estate team on high-value development projects
• Develop client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives

Key requirements

• Qualified solicitor with 2-4 years' PQE in non-contentious construction law
• Solid experience drafting and negotiating non-contentious construction documentation
• Experience advising on construction aspects of real estate transactions and/or development projects
• Ability to own matters and manage workload with supervision
• Genuine interest in developing a specialist career in construction law
• Strong communication skills and collaborative approach
• Commercially minded with attention to detail and client-facing confidence

• Strong communication
• Collaborative approach
• Commercially minded
• Drafting and negotiating construction documentation
• Experience with building contracts, warranties, development agreements
• Knowledge of construction aspects of real estate transactions

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