Construction Senior Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading West End law firm is seeking a Construction Senior Associate Solicitor with over 5 years PQE. The firm specializes in non-contentious construction work, offering a dynamic environment and a strong commitment to maintaining work-life balance. This role presents significant growth potential within a reputable practice focusing on real estate and construction law.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE as a construction solicitor.
• Technical knowledge in non-contentious construction law.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in non-contentious construction work and transactions.
• Support a senior partner and help develop the growing department.

Skills

JCT contracts

Warranties

Joint ventures

Development agreements

Property contracts

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

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Construction Senior Associate, City of London

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Client:

JMC Legal Recruitment

Location:

City of London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Construction Senior Associate

This dynamic and forward-thinking West End law firm is growing across multiple practice areas owing to their continued success, which has multiplied year after year. Construction and real estate work is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking to expand the team with the addition of a construction lawyer at the senior associate level (5+ PQE).

They are offering the opportunity to work with first-rate clients while also maintaining a healthy work-life balance and having the flexibility to work remotely each week.

The Firm

This boutique commercial law firm is seeing substantial growth, which has resulted in them acquiring more space to facilitate further development across their office. They have an outstanding reputation nationwide; they invest heavily in their staff and boast an innovative and forward-thinking approach to their work.

Over the last two decades, they have earned the loyalty of some of the most respected companies and private individuals in business. Today the firm has a particular reputation for their work in the fields of real estate, retail, brands, and luxury.

They attract some of the city's leading lawyers seeking a more relaxed environment; they are incredibly entrepreneurial and creative and offer a good level of flexibility to staff. They have a human feel throughout, and there is a true collegiate atmosphere.

The Role

This is an exciting role for a Construction Senior Associate Solicitor 5+ PQE to join this leading West End firm, which is gaining an impressive reputation in the market.

Construction is at the forefront of all the work they do. This role will involve working with a highly experienced partner and senior associate with support.

To be successful in this role, you must have non-contentious, transactional experience with 5+ years' PQE.

You will need to bring specific experience in JCT contracts, warranties, joint ventures, developments, property contracts, forward funding agreements, and transactions with interaction between the property owner, constructors, and third parties. Ideally, you will also have a detailed working understanding of development agreements.

The role is to work with the partner and existing senior associate in the team to enable continued development of this growing department, and the opportunity to progress and develop professionally within a growing environment is a key factor to consider in favour of this position.

Requirements:

• You will be a construction solicitor with 5+ years PQE.
• You should have good technical knowledge specific to the above description.
• Salaries will be highly competitive (negotiable depending on your level of experience), plus you'll receive an excellent benefits package.