Solicitor Y+, Non-contentious Construction

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Permanent Salary: £80,000 - £95,000 Per Annum (DOE + excellent benefits package, Hybrid working)

Ready to take your construction law career to the next level?

We’re looking for an ambitious Senior Associate to join a fast-growing, market‑leading Construction team advising on some of the UK’s most high‑profile residential and regeneration projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of the rapidly evolving building and fire safety landscape, advising clients navigating major legislative reform including the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act.

• Work on nationally significant construction and regeneration schemes
• Be part of a highly regarded specialist team recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers
• Advise leading developers, funders, contractors, consultants, local authorities and registered providers
• Join a collaborative team that has tripled in size over recent years
• Enjoy genuine opportunities for progression, business development and profile‑raising

• Drafting and negotiating construction and project documentation
• Advising on procurement strategies and contractual structures
• Working with JCT and NEC contracts across complex developments
• Supporting major residential and mixed‑use projects
• Advising on development agreements, consultant appointments, collateral warranties, bonds and guarantees
• Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to client training, webinars and thought leadership

• 4+ years’ PQE in non‑contentious construction law
• Strong experience drafting and negotiating construction contracts
• Excellent technical and commercial awareness
• Confidence dealing directly with clients and managing transactions independently
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for networking and business development
• Solid knowledge of JCT contracts (NEC experience advantageous)
• Experience in the social housing sector, building safety, procurement or large‑scale residential development is welcomed but not essential

• Commercially astute
• Solutions‑focused
• Motivated to build strong client relationships
• Keen to develop their profile in the construction sector
• Passionate about being part of a dynamic, growing team

If you’re looking for high‑quality work, a supportive culture and the chance to make a real impact in a leading construction practice, we’d love to hear from you.