Construction Lawyer

BCL Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working policy

Mentorship opportunities

Training opportunities

High-quality benefits

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a talented Construction Lawyer to join a rapidly expanding firm in London. This role offers a clear progression path and a flexible, people-first culture. You will engage in a variety of contentious construction matters, acting for a diverse client base including developers and local authorities. With significant investment in the Construction & Engineering practice, this position promises excellent long-term prospects. Join a dynamic team recognized for its collaborative approach and strong leadership, and enjoy a hybrid working policy along with a suite of high-quality benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-10 years' PQE in contentious construction law required.
• Strong grounding in construction disputes from a respected firm.

Responsibilities

• Advise on disputes from major standard form contracts.
• Act in litigation, arbitration, and other forms of ADR.
• Support clients from pre-dispute advisory stages to resolution.

Skills

Contentious Construction Law

Dispute Resolution

Client Relationship Management

Commercial Mindset

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE 3-10 years)

Tools

JCT Contracts

NEC Contracts

FIDIC Contracts

Job description

Construction Lawyer | Top 50 UK Law Firm | London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Contentious Construction Associate or Senior Associate to join a rapidly expanding Construction & Engineering practice at a top 50 UK law firm. This role is based in the firm's growing London office, offering access to high-quality regional and City-led work, a clear progression path, and a flexible, people-first culture.

This is a superb opportunity for a construction disputes lawyer to become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team, with an emphasis on contentious construction matters across a broad range of sectors and contract types. You'll act for an impressive client base of developers, contractors, consultants, funders, local authorities, NHS Trusts, and education providers, with disputes often arising from major infrastructure, development, and public sector projects.

The firm is investing significantly in its London-based Construction & Engineering offering, led by a highly regarded partner, and this position represents a key strategic hire with excellent long-term prospects.

You'll work on a broad range of contentious construction matters, including:

1. Advising on disputes arising from major standard form contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC, FIDIC)
2. Acting in litigation, arbitration, adjudication, and other forms of ADR
3. Supporting clients from pre-dispute advisory stages through to resolution
4. Working collaboratively on national and international matters, including high-value arbitrations seated in London
5. Helping shape the growing team and supporting the development of junior lawyers

Candidate Requirements:

1. 3-10 years' PQE in contentious construction law
2. A strong grounding in construction disputes gained at a respected regional, City or international firm
3. Familiarity with adjudication, litigation, and arbitration processes
4. Experience advising on or drafting around standard industry contracts
5. A commercial mindset and the confidence to manage client relationships
6. A collaborative approach, with a desire to be part of a growing team and contribute to its future

The Opportunity:

1. Be part of a growing London presence with strong leadership and investment behind it
2. Join a team ranked in Chambers and Legal 500, with national reach and a standout reputation in the regions
3. Work in a flexible, inclusive culture, ranked among the best UK law firms to work for (RollOnFriday, 2024)
4. Access meaningful career progression, mentorship, and training opportunities
5. Enjoy a genuinely hybrid working policy, and a full suite of high-quality benefits

If you're a Construction & Engineering Lawyer ready to take your career to the next level in a firm that supports your ambitions while offering cutting-edge work and flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential conversation, please get in touch.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.