Construction lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Associate (4–8 PQE) to join their construction team. You'll handle UK and cross-border projects, draft contracts, and advise on procurement strategies in a flexible work environment. This role offers clear career progression and high-caliber client exposure.

Benefits

Work-from-anywhere flexibility

Collegiate team environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of PQE in construction law.
• Strong grasp of contracts and procurement.
• Commercially minded and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Work on major UK and cross-border development projects.
• Draft and negotiate construction contracts.
• Advise on procurement strategies and construction risks.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

Contracts negotiation

Procurement strategies

Project structuring

Education

UK-qualified construction lawyer

Job description

A leading international law firm is looking to hire a talented Non-Contentious Construction Associate (4–8 PQE) to join its highly regarded construction and projects team, advising on top-tier development work across sectors including commercial real estate, infrastructure, energy, and life sciences.

The Role:

• You’ll work on major UK and cross-border development projects, acting for developers, funders, contractors, and public bodies.
• Drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC, EPC, etc.).
• Advising on procurement strategies, project structuring, and construction risk.
• Exposure to high-value, complex mandates with excellent partner access and client contact.

What’s on Offer:

• Work-from-anywhere flexibility: This firm offers full remote or hybrid working options.
• Excellent quality work without needing to be London-based.
• Clear career progression path and genuine investment in associate development.
• Collegiate and supportive team environment, with access to high-calibre clients and deals.

You will be:

• A UK-qualified construction lawyer with 4–8 years’ PQE.
• Experienced in non-contentious construction, with a strong grasp of contracts and procurement.
• Commercially minded, proactive, and collaborative in approach.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a construction lawyer seeking top-quality work and flexibility in how and where you deliver it.

If you would like to be considered please send your CV to [e-mail]

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Created on 22/08/2025 by JR United Kingdom