Non-Contentious Construction Associate, London (Hybrid)

William James Recruitment

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Excellent training and mentoring

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Job summary

William James Recruitment is inviting applications from England & Wales qualified solicitors with 2-4 years’ PQE to join a highly regarded Construction team in London. The role focuses on non-contentious construction work within real estate, including drafting building contracts and advisor on collateral warranties while supporting major development projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with leading construction and real estate lawyers, handling diverse real estate transactions

Qualifications

2-4 PQE in non-contentious construction
Proven non-contentious construction experience within a leading UK private practice
Experience advising from a real estate perspective rather than energy, projects or infrastructure
Proven drafting and negotiation of appointments, collateral warranties and JCT contracts

Responsibilities

Advise clients on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters across the real estate sector
Draft and negotiate building contracts, consultant appointments and professional appointments
Advise on collateral warranties, bonds, guarantees and escrow agreements
Support major development projects and real estate transactions
Collaborate with real estate colleagues on acquisitions, disposals and lettings
Manage client relationships and provide commercially focused legal advice
Collaborate with construction, real estate and dispute resolution teams
Support business development and growth of the practice