Construction (Non-Contentious) Associate

Taylor Root; Birmingham; In loco; GBP 70.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Top of market remuneration

Attractive bonus scheme

Structured career development

Collaborative culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Taylor Root is seeking a Construction Associate to join its Birmingham-based non-contentious construction team. You will draft and negotiate contracts, professional appointments and collateral warranties on major infrastructure projects, working closely with partners and senior lawyers.

The role offers exposure to high-profile matters, development opportunities, and a collaborative, inclusive culture in a firm known for its client service and modern approach.

Competenze

• Qualified solicitor with experience in non-contentious construction work.
• Strong knowledge of standard form contracts (JCT, NEC) and bespoke agreements.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a commercial mindset.
• Ability to manage client relationships and deliver pragmatic, solutions-focused advice.
• Enthusiastic and proactive team player who enjoys working on complex, high-profile matters.

Mansioni

• Draft and negotiate construction contracts, professional appointments and collateral warranties.
• Collaborate with partners and senior lawyers on high-value transactions.
• Develop client relationships across multiple industries.
• Support the Birmingham-based non-contentious construction team on major infrastructure projects.

Conoscenze

Non-contentious construction

Drafting & negotiation

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

Client relationship management

Commercial mindset

Formazione

Qualified solicitor

Descrizione del lavoro

Construction (Non-Contentious) Associate – Birmingham

This leading UK law firm is well known for its exceptional client service, modern approach, and commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive working environment. It has an award-winning reputation for advising high-profile clients across the public and private sectors, with strong capabilities spanning construction, infrastructure, and real estate. The firm invests heavily in professional growth, offering clear opportunities for development and progression.

The Role

The firm is seeking a Construction Associate to join its Birmingham-based non-contentious construction team. You will work on a diverse range of major infrastructure and development projects, drafting and negotiating construction contracts, professional appointments, and collateral warranties. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with partners and senior lawyers on high-value transactions and to develop client relationships across multiple industries.

What They’re Looking For

• A qualified solicitor with experience in non-contentious construction work
• Strong technical knowledge of standard form contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC) and bespoke agreements
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a commercial mindset
• Ability to manage client relationships and deliver pragmatic, solutions-focused advice
• Enthusiastic and proactive team player who enjoys working on complex, high-profile matters

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers exposure to first-rate clients and landmark projects within a supportive, forward-thinking firm. The firm provides top of market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, structured career development, and a genuinely collaborative culture that values both excellence and balance.

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