Associate / Senior Associate – Non‑Contentious Construction (2–5 PQE)

London

Top 50 City firm

The Role:

A well respected London-based law firm is seeking a non-contentious construction solicitor, with 2–5 years’ PQE, to join its highly regarded Construction team. This role will focus exclusively on non-dispute work: advising on construction documentation, appointments, contract negotiation, and related commercial real estate issues.

What You’ll Do:

• Draft, negotiate, and manage construction‑related documents such as: JCT (and other standard form) building contracts, professional appointments, collateral warranties / third‑party rights, novation agreements, and surety/guarantee documentation.
• Provide procurement advice for different construction routes and contribute to decisions about the strategic procurement strategy.
• Work closely with real estate and development teams, giving construction input into wider real estate documentation (e.g., development finance, real estate acquisitions).
• Conduct due diligence on construction documentation as part of real estate or development transactions, and produce detailed legal reports on the construction risk.
• Support funders, developers, institutional investors, and private clients on the construction arrangements for projects (both for funding and development).
• Advise on building security documentation, third‑party rights, and the contractual packaging required by funders or end users.
• Collaborate with senior lawyers and partners to help grow and develop the construction practice, including contributing to business development.

About You:

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 2–5 years’ PQE, preferably gained in a top‑tier real estate / construction practice.
• Strong technical legal knowledge: adept at drafting construction and consultant documents, amendments to standard contracts, security documentation, and third-party rights.
• Good commercial judgement, able to balance risk with business objectives.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong drafting skills.
• Strong client‑relationship skills and the confidence to engage with a variety of stakeholders (developers, funders, contractors, consultants).
• Team player: collaborative, supportive, and willing to contribute to a collegiate culture.
• Organised and able to manage multiple streams of work and deadlines.
• Ambitious, proactive, and keen to contribute to business development and the growth of the team.

Why This Role / Firm:

• Join a well-respected Construction practice in London, known for its deep expertise in non-contentious matters.
• Work with a broad range of high-calibre clients, including developers, funders, institutional investors, and private individuals, across asset classes such as residential, hotels, student accommodation, and more.
• Exposure to complex development projects from inception to completion, with opportunities to advise on procurement, construction documentation, and funding.
• A supportive, commercial, and collegial environment where professional development is encouraged — and where you can play a meaningful role in shaping the firm’s construction offering.

If You’re Interested:

If you’re a non-contentious construction lawyer with relevant experience and a passion for development / real estate construction law, we’d love to hear from you - please contact Rhys for more information