Non-Contentious Construction Associate/Sr Associate (EPIC)

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive UK law firm is seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Associate or Senior Associate for its Energy, Projects, Infrastructure & Construction team in Bristol. This role involves advising on high-profile construction projects, drafting contracts, and supporting development transactions. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years PQE in construction law and a collaborative mindset. The firm offers a dynamic environment with benefits including a performance-linked bonus, private healthcare, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Performance-linked bonus

Enhanced parental leave policies

Private healthcare

Flexible working environment

Sabbatical every 5 years

Birthday leave

Holiday buy/sell options

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE in transactional construction law is required.
• Proven ability to build client relationships and industry networks.
• Motivation and interest in diverse workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Advising on complex projects in construction.
• Drafting and adapting contracts for bespoke use.
• Supporting large-scale development transactions.

Skills

Transactional construction law

Client relationship building

Project leadership

Collaboration

Job description

Non-Contentious Construction Associate/Senior Associate - Energy, Projects, Infrastructure & Construction (EPIC) - Bristol - 3+ years PQE

Location: Bristol

Job Type: Full-time

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £65,000 to £85,000

A progressive UK law firm is seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Associate or Senior Associate to join its Energy, Projects, Infrastructure & Construction (EPIC) team in Bristol. Known for its innovation, collaboration, and people-first culture, the firm offers a dynamic environment where legal professionals can make a lasting impact on nationally significant projects.

The Role

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile construction and infrastructure transactions that shape communities and drive progress across the UK. You'll collaborate with clients and colleagues across sectors including renewable energy, development, Islamic finance, and retail.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising developers, investors, contractors, consultants, and funders on complex projects
• Drafting and adapting standard form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) for bespoke use
• Supporting large-scale development and infrastructure transactions
• Identifying risks and delivering pragmatic, commercial solutions
• Collaborating across Real Estate, Finance, and Corporate teams for integrated advice
• Developing a niche in one of the firm's key sectors

About You

• 3+ years' PQE in transactional construction law (contentious experience welcome but not required)
• Ability to lead complex projects and transactions independently (depending on experience level)
• Strong motivation and interest in diverse workstreams
• Proven ability to build client relationships and industry networks
• A collaborative mindset and passion for innovation

Benefits

• Performance-linked bonus
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible working environment
• Weekly Lifestyle Hour and market-leading family-friendly policies
• Sabbatical every 5 years, birthday leave, and holiday buy/sell options
• Access to coaching, mentoring, and professional development academies
• CSR programme with paid time for community initiatives

Culture & Values

• This firm is committed to powering ambition-for its people, clients, and communities. With a strong presence across the UK and a strategy focused on growth, talent development, and innovation, it offers meaningful careers in a progressive and inclusive environment. Diversity and inclusion are central to its mission, and it proudly holds the National Equality Standard.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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📞 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.