Construction Non-Contentious Principal Associate

Linum Consult; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm in Central London is seeking a Senior/Principal Associate to join their construction team. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience with non-contentious construction contracts, including JCT and NEC. You will be responsible for advising clients on various construction projects and mentoring junior staff. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse clientele on significant development and infrastructure projects, while being part of a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of post-qualification experience in construction contracts (JCT, NEC).
• Experience working for end clients, developers or similar.
• Strong background in non-contentious work.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients on non-contentious matters.
• Advise on development and infrastructure projects.
• Mentor junior staff and guide clients through contracts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Contract negotiation

Project management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Law

Job description

Linum Consult’s client is an international law firm, currently seeking a Senior/Principal Associate to join their construction team on non-contentious matters. This role will be based in Central London.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working with an array of clients on non-contentuous matters
• Promoting the continued success of delivering exceptional client services, advising on a mix of development and/or infrastructure projects, real estate and corporate acquisitions and disposals, property finance, and process plant contracts
• Writing and administrating construction contracts (JCT, NEC), development agreements, process plant and associated documentation
• Guiding clients through de‑risking strategies and offering advice from scheme inception to project completion
• Mentoring other members of the national team

PROFILE

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Architecture, or Law, or similar relevant subject
• Around 5‑8 years of post‑qualification experience in standard forms of construction contracts (JCT, NEC), development agreements, process plant, and associated documentation
• Ideally have substantial experience working for end clients/developers, although contractor/supply side experience would be advantageous
• Strong background in non‑contentious work
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor junior staff