Senior Associate – Non-Contentious Construction

London | 5 years+ PQE | Hybrid Working

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Associate to join a highly regarded and expanding Construction team at a leading London law firm.

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction lawyer to become part of a successful practice, working on a varied portfolio of high-value real estate and development projects for an impressive client base.

The Role

You will play an important role in advising on the non-contentious aspects of construction projects, handling a broad range of contractual and transactional matters.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating building contracts.

• Advising on consultant appointments, collateral warranties and professional appointments.

• Preparing and negotiating pre-construction services agreements.

• Advising on bonds, guarantees, escrow arrangements and other construction security documents.

• Supporting real estate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, lettings and forward funding arrangements.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and other professional advisers.

• Supervising and supporting junior lawyers, paralegals and trainees.

About You

The firm is looking to attract a solicitor with approximately 5 years+ PQE and a strong background in non-contentious construction law.

You will ideally have:

• Experience gained within a respected UK private practice law firm.

• A strong understanding of construction law from a real estate and development perspective.

• The ability to manage complex matters and competing deadlines effectively.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• Experience supervising and mentoring junior team members.

You will be commercially minded, proactive and comfortable taking responsibility for matters, while maintaining a high standard of client service.

The Opportunity

Joining an established and growing practice, you will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated construction matters alongside experienced specialists.

The role offers exposure to an impressive client base, interesting development projects and opportunities to work collaboratively with other highly regarded practice areas.

The firm also offers a supportive working environment, with a genuine commitment to professional development and employee wellbeing.

What's on Offer?

• High-quality and complex work.

• A well-established and ambitious team.

• Excellent opportunities for career progression.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• A comprehensive benefits package.

• A collaborative and supportive working culture.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor looking for your next career move, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Ramani Mutyam on 0121 233 5008 or email at ramani.mutyam@vgcharles.com