Non-contentious Construction Associate 0-2 PQE

KMA Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Construction Associate to join their busy and highly regarded team in London. The role focuses on non-contentious construction law with potential exposure to some contentious matters, advising on complex domestic and international projects across regeneration, development, energy, health and infrastructure.

The candidate should have 0–2 years PQE in non-contentious construction law from a recognised UK practice, with experience in standard form contracts

Qualifications

• 0–2 years PQE in non-contentious construction law from a UK practice.
• Experience with standard form contracts and some development work.
• Willingness to undertake more complex agreements and large due diligence.

Responsibilities

• Advise on high-value and complex construction matters domestically and internationally.
• Focus on regeneration schemes, accommodation sector projects, energy and renewables, healthcare and infrastructure.
• Work within a top-tier Real Estate and Construction team with support and supervision.

Skills

Non-contentious construction law

JCT/NEC/EPC forms familiarity

Job description

A leading national Law firm are seeking a Construction Associate to join their busy and highly regarded team.

Role

You will join the Legal 500 ranked team focusing on non-contentious construction law although there will be an opportunity to undertake some contentious work if preferred. You will advise on high-value and complex construction matters both domestically and international advising on the full ambit of construction, development and infrastructure with a focus on regeneration schemes, accommodation sector projects, energy and renewables, healthcare, hotels and infrastructure.

You

Please apply if you between 0-2 years of PQE in non-contentious construction law from a recognised construction law UK practice. The candidate should have experience with standard form construction contracts and some experience of commercial and/or housing development work.

A good working knowledge of the various std form contracts and appointments, including JCT, NEC and EPC forms, their standard amendments and market norms is ideal, as is a willingness to take on more bespoke, complex agreements, large scale due diligence exercises and/or typical development arrangements with appropriate supervision.

Why apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a top 100 law firm located in the heart of the City with Real Estate and Construction a core strength of the firm.

The firm boast beautiful modern offices and have a standout culture, meaning the firm have an excellent attrition rate, a genuine work life balance for it’s staff and regular social events for staff. The firm offer a competitive salary and benefits package and offer flexible working.