Construction Senior Associate

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a Senior/Managing Associate with expertise in non-contentious construction, particularly within the clean energy sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial mindset and proven drafting skills, supporting diverse clients in major infrastructure projects while enjoying a flexible and progressive work environment.

Benefits

Clear progression

Meaningful work

Flexibility in work location

Access to international clients

Support for practice development

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in non-contentious construction.
• Exposure to clean energy or infrastructure work preferred.
• Demonstrable interest in energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating construction agreements.
• Advising on project delivery and risk management.
• Leading negotiations and managing own workload.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Commercial mindset

Negotiation skills

Advising on procurement

Risk management

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Tools

JCT

NEC

FIDIC

Job description

Job Description

Senior/Managing Associate: Non-Contentious Construction (Clean Energy)

London | Hybrid

A top 50 law firm is looking for a Senior or Managing Associate to join its market-leading construction team. You’ll work alongside a partner who advises on some of the most significant clean energy infrastructure projects - from battery storage and solar to energy-from-waste and beyond.

This role is focused on non-contentious construction. You’ll have the chance to lead on major contracts, advise top-tier clients, and help deliver complex low-carbon projects that are shaping the future of the energy sector.

What you’ll be doing:

• You’ll be drafting and negotiating construction agreements including EPCs, O&M and supply contracts, as well as advising on procurement, project delivery and risk management.
• You'll collaborate with colleagues across real estate, planning, corporate and finance to provide joined-up support to clients.
• There's also plenty of scope to get involved in business development, mentoring and thought leadership.

What we’re looking for:

• You’ll be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least five years’ experience advising on non-contentious construction matters, ideally with exposure to clean energy or infrastructure work.
• You’ll be comfortable working with a range of standard forms (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and be confident leading negotiations and managing your own workload.
• A commercial mindset, strong drafting skills and a real/demonstrable interest in energy transition are key.

Why this role:

• You’ll be joining a high-performing team with a strong reputation in the energy space.
• There’s clear progression, meaningful work and flexibility around where and how you work.
• You’ll also be supported to develop your practice, with access to and international clients, and the opportunity to shape your own path.

Interested?

• Send your CV along with a brief note about your experience and current level. Suitable candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion with the hiring partner.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this Construction Lawyer role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.