Construction (non-contentious ) Associate Solicitor

BCL Legal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading National Law Firm in Birmingham is seeking a Construction Associate with 0-4 PQE to join a growing team. The role is primarily non-contentious and offers development opportunities within a collaborative practice.

You will advise on non-contentious construction matters, draft documentation, and contribute to business development and client relationships in a hybrid working setup.

Qualifications

• 0-4 PQE with experience in non-contentious construction work.
• Strong drafting and advisory skills.
• Commercial and pragmatic approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of non-contentious construction and engineering matters.
• Draft and review construction/engineering documentation.
• Provide commercial, practical legal advice to clients.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

Drafting skills

Commercial mindset

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Construction (non-contentious) Associate | 0-4 PQE | Leading National Law Firm | Birmingham/Hybrid

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Construction Associate to join its growing and highly regarded team in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior construction lawyer to join a supportive and collaborative team, working on high-quality matters for a diverse client base. The role will have a primarily non-contentious focus, offering excellent opportunities to develop your technical expertise, take on increasing responsibility and build your career within a growing construction practice.

The Role

You will provide effective, commercially focused legal advice to a variety of clients, with an emphasis on delivering practical and cost-effective solutions. Responsibilities will include:

• Advising on a broad range of non-contentious construction and engineering matters
• Supporting clients with complex construction law issues, regulations and procedures
• Drafting and reviewing construction and engineering documentation
• Providing clear, practical and commercially focused advice to clients
• Supporting other areas of the wider practice where relevant, including providing technical input to the professional indemnity team
• Working collaboratively across different disciplines to develop solutions to complex legal and commercial issues
• Contributing to business development initiatives, including seminars, workshops, lectures, articles, bulletins and blogs
• Managing your workload effectively while working to tight deadlines
• Taking on increasing responsibility in line with your personal development plan

The Candidate

You will be a construction lawyer with between 0 and 4 years' PQE, with experience in non-contentious construction work and a genuine interest in developing your career within a growing practice.

• Experience of non-contentious construction work
• Strong technical, drafting and advisory skills
• A commercial and pragmatic approach to problem solving
• The ability to assimilate complex information quickly and provide clear, straightforward advice
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and enquiring mindset, with enthusiasm for taking on new challenges
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm
• An interest in business development, networking and building long-term client relationships

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing construction team offering:

• High-quality and varied construction work
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine opportunities to develop your technical expertise and take on greater responsibility
• Exposure to a broad range of clients and sectors
• Opportunities to contribute to business development and profile-raising initiatives
• A clear focus on professional development and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working

If you are a construction lawyer with 0-4 PQE looking for the opportunity to develop your practice within a growing and supportive team, this role offers an excellent platform for career progression.