Construction Lawyer

BCL Legal; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in London seeks a Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer to advise on high-value projects and documentation. This role offers a collaborative environment focusing on professional development and work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of clients in construction and real estate, ideal for a solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE. Benefit from competitive remuneration and access to varied development schemes.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Clear progression structure

Genuine flexibility

Qualifications

• 2-6 years' PQE gained at a recognised City, West End, or leading regional firm.
• Experience in non-contentious construction law, ideally with exposure to real estate development projects.
• Strong technical drafting skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Advising on all aspects of construction procurement and project delivery.
• Drafting and negotiating a wide range of construction documentation.
• Providing strategic advice on procurement structures.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional teams.

Skills

Non-contentious construction law

Technical drafting skills

Client relationship building

Collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Construction Lawyer (Non-Contentious) | London

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer to join a highly regarded and long-established real estate and construction practice based in the heart of the West End. This role offers the chance to work on premium, complex development projects while enjoying the support and balance of a firm renowned for its collaborative culture and outstanding quality of work.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting role for a construction lawyer who wants to focus exclusively on non-contentious work, advising on high-profile, high-value projects across the UK. You will work alongside a recognised team of experts, advising a first-class client base including developers, investors, funders, landed estates, and private clients.

The firm's construction team sits at the centre of its market-leading real estate practice, supporting a wide range of development projects from inception to completion. You'll be part of a friendly, commercially minded team that values initiative, client service, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on all aspects of construction procurement and project delivery, from early-stage strategy through to completion.
• Drafting and negotiating a wide range of construction documentation, including building contracts (JCT, FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke forms), professional appointments, collateral warranties, guarantees, and security documents.
• Providing strategic advice on procurement structures, pre-construction agreements, and letters of intent.
• Working closely with colleagues across real estate, planning, and corporate teams to deliver seamless, joined-up client service.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional teams across the property and construction sectors.

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE gained at a recognised City, West End, or leading regional firm.
• Experience in non-contentious construction law, ideally with exposure to real estate development projects.
• Strong technical drafting skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Confident communicator who enjoys working collaboratively and building client relationships.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm where quality of work, professional development, and work-life balance genuinely go hand in hand. You'll work on some of the most interesting and varied development schemes in the market from major mixed-use and regeneration projects to luxury residential and hospitality developments while benefiting from the mentorship of highly experienced partners and a down-to‑earth, inclusive culture.

The firm offers competitive remuneration, a clear progression structure, and genuine flexibility to support your long-term career goals.

If you're a construction lawyer seeking to specialise in non-contentious work at a firm known for its excellence, collaboration, and real estate pedigree, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.