Construction Associate, Bristol, Non-Contentious – 2+ PQE – Bristol

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 55.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd represents a leading law firm seeking a Construction Associate in Bristol for non-contentious matters. Hybrid & Flexible Working, 35 hours per week, permanent role with a salary of £55,000 to £80,000.

You will advise on construction legislation, draft and negotiate contracts, prepare consultant appointments, and support energy projects. The role requires 2+ PQE, strong drafting and negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to work autonomously and

Qualifikationen

• Experience in non-contentious construction law.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset.

Aufgaben

• Advising on construction legislation and practice.
• Drafting and negotiating JCT and NEC contracts, including bespoke amendments.
• Preparing professional consultant appointments.
• Drafting collateral warranties, bonds, and guarantees.
• Applying contract law and understanding dispute resolution processes.
• Supporting clean and renewable energy projects (desirable).
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices.
• Delivering exceptional client service and managing multiple deadlines.

Kenntnisse

Non-contentious construction law

Drafting contracts

Negotiation

Contract law

Jobbeschreibung

Construction Associate – Bristol – Non-Contentious – 2+ PQE

Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible Working)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)

Salary: £55,000 to £80,000

A leading law firm is seeking an Associate to join its non-contentious Construction team in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a collaborative and inclusive environment, advising a diverse client base across a broad range of construction matters.

The Role

This role involves advising on non-contentious construction law, working both independently and as part of a wider team. Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on construction legislation and practice
• Drafting and negotiating JCT and NEC contracts, including bespoke amendments
• Preparing professional consultant appointments
• Drafting collateral warranties, bonds, and guarantees
• Applying contract law and understanding dispute resolution processes
• Supporting clean and renewable energy projects (desirable)
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices
• Delivering exceptional client service and managing multiple deadlines

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a construction lawyer with:

• Demonstrable experience in non-contentious construction law
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Organised approach and ability to work at pace