Construction lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Associate with 4–8 years PQE. This role involves advising on major development projects and negotiating construction contracts. The firm offers flexibility to work from anywhere, clear career progression, and a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach.

Benefits

Work-from-anywhere flexibility

Excellent quality work

Investment in associate development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 4–8 years' PQE in non-contentious construction.
• Experience with drafting and negotiating construction contracts.
• Ability to advise on procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Work on UK and cross-border development projects.
• Draft and negotiate standard form and bespoke construction contracts.
• Advise on project structuring and construction risk.

Skills

Non-contentious construction expertise

Strong grasp of contracts and procurement

Commercial mindset

Proactive approach

Collaborative skills

Education

UK qualification as a construction lawyer

Job description

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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.