Construction Associate 1-3 PQE

LegalVision Law UK Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

25 days holiday

Performance-based progression

Professional development allowance

Wellbeing program

Team events

Job summary

LegalVision Law UK Ltd in Manchester is seeking a motivated Associate to join our growing Construction practice. You will handle drafting, reviewing and negotiating JCT and bespoke contracts, advise on procurement strategies, and support disputes and regulatory matters.

The ideal candidate is English-qualified with 1–2 years PQE in construction, with commercial acumen, attention to detail, and collaborative teamwork. This hybrid role combines office and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• English-qualified lawyer with 1–2 years of PQE in construction matters.
• Experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating JCT and bespoke construction contracts.
• Experience in litigious construction matters is valued.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of construction contracts (JCT, NEC, subcontracts).
• Advising clients on contract procurement strategies and regulatory compliance matters.
• Assist with disputes, including adjudications and litigation support.
• Help train graduates and contribute to team growth and development.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Client service

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

English qualified lawyer

Job description

About LegalVision

LegalVision is a commercial law firm built for high-performing teams who want to work differently. Through our fixed-fee legal membership, we provide unlimited legal support to SMEs and in-house teams.

Our team uses custom-built technology to deliver fast, high-quality legal support with predictable pricing for clients and rewarding careers for those who work here. With operations across the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, LegalVision offers clear progression, exposure to complex work at scale, and the opportunity to be part of an innovative law firm.

If you are excited about the prospect of growing your career in an innovative and growing business that offers challenging work, a fast-paced environment, and impressive professional development opportunities, then we'd love to hear from you!

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated lawyer to join our growing Construction practice in Manchester, as an Associate. We're looking for a technically strong lawyer with a passion for client service, who is keen to help us build our practice further. The ideal candidate is a construction lawyer with experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating JCT and bespoke construction contracts. Experience in litigious construction matters is valued.

You'll be working with an energetic and high-performing team of lawyers across a broad range of construction, infrastructure and commercial matters. Our construction practice covers domestic and commercial building projects. Our team services small, medium and enterprise-level clients, with a focus on providing efficient, cost-effective and quality legal services. On the enterprise front, our team works closely with in-house legal teams, typically for contractors, as well as architectural and engineering firms.

This is an opportunity to practice law differently - without the stuffiness and bureaucracy of traditional law firms. You'll enjoy the benefits of autonomy and flexibility, whilst being client facing and working alongside legal experts who genuinely care about your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Front End:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of construction contracts including JCT (build only and design and build), NEC contracts, design consultancy agreements and subcontractor agreements.
• Advising clients on contract procurement strategies.
• Assisting with contractual claims (including changes and extensions of time) and interpretation.
• Advising clients on a range of regulatory compliance matters such as: the Construction Act, adjudications, the Building Safety Act and the CDM Regulations.

Disputes:

• Finding commercial solutions for clients to avoid disputes.
• Providing assistance to our disputes team with construction disputes matters, adjudications and litigation.

General:

• Contributing to the growth of team and business through the delivery of articles, external webinars, and internal 'LV Academy' training sessions.
• Working closely with your Practice Leaders and Senior Associates, helping to train graduates, and being part of a fun, motivated and supportive team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified: An English qualified lawyer (essential) with at least 1-2 years of PQE of demonstrated local experience in assisting business clients in a variety of construction matters. Additional experience in general commercial work and litigious construction work will be highly valued.
• Commercial: Demonstrates business acumen; provides pragmatic legal support - focusing on key legal risks and what matters most.
• Attentive: Brilliant attention to detail; nothing ever slips through the cracks.
• Efficient: Prioritises effectively; focuses on what matters; works productively.
• Collaborative: Gets a kick out of working with smart, fun and passionate people.
• Adaptable: Grasps new concepts quickly; improves every day; goes with the flow.
• Service Orientated: Loves assisting clients and providing an amazing experience.

The Perks

• Fast-paced environment with accelerated growth opportunities for high performers.
• Hybrid work: at least 2-3 days per week in our welcoming office environment in Ancoats.
• 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), enhanced maternity pay, contractual sick pay, paid volunteering and birthday leave.
• Annual health and wellbeing allowance.
• Annual budget to spend on external learning and development opportunities.
• Regular team socials and events.

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