Non-contentious Construction lawyers 2 – 5 & 6+ years’ PQE LONDON

Farrar Levin Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking two non-contentious Construction lawyers to join a prominent construction team in London. Ideal candidates will have experience working on development and infrastructure projects, with a solid understanding of construction contracts. The role offers opportunities to work with notable clients and to contribute to significant projects that shape the UK’s construction landscape. Candidates from both private practice and in-house backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years PQE or 6 or more years PQE in non-contentious Construction law.
• Experience advising on development/infrastructure projects appreciated.
• Desire to engage in both non-contentious and contentious work is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on non-contentious construction matters.
• Work on development agreements, real estate, and corporate transactions.
• Support clients in managing risks related to construction projects.

Skills

Experience in construction contracts (JCT, NEC)

Development agreement expertise

Knowledge of property finance

Advisory skills on infrastructure projects

Ability to handle contractual negotiations

Job description

Directories-listed Construction team in London is looking to recruit two non-contentious Construction lawyers – one of 2 to 5 and the other of 6 or more years’ PQE. The team advises on all aspects of Construction law matters, from strategic advice on procurement and institutional and market expectations at project inception, to contentious aspects of projects during and after completion. They assist clients across the industry, including developers, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants, public authorities, higher education bodies, and funding and letting entities. Furthermore, they advise on development work, major infrastructure projects, remediation contracts, and process plant and power generation projects. They advise on some of the UK's most significant construction projects, from transformative infrastructure ventures to dynamic urban regeneration schemes. With a wealth of commercial and contractual expertise, they guide clients through de-risking strategies, offering strategic advice from scheme inception to project completion. Specialists in brownfield site development, they ensure thorough remediation and validation, appointing top-tier environmental consultants and engineers. We address industry challenges like skills shortages and material price volatility, leveraging digital tools and offsite construction.

The successful candidates will work with an array of clients including household names on non-contentious matters, advising on a mix of development/infrastructure projects, real estate and corporate acquisitions and disposals, property finance and process plant contracts. Applicants will ideally have experience in standard forms of construction contracts (JCT, NEC), development agreements, process plant and associated documentation. Although the team acts for a range of clients, primarily on the employer/developer side, any experience on the contractor/supply side would also be valuable. Whilst our client is looking for candidates who have a deep background in non-contentious work, they are also open to candidates who have a desire to do both non-contentious and contentious work. They will also consider candidates with backgrounds in either private practice or industry/ in-house.