Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate – Partnership

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment is advising a leading City firm on a Senior Associate opportunity in Projects, Development & Construction. The role focuses on non-contentious construction for major clients, with potential for Partnership progression.

You will work with top partners, handling procurement, contract drafting and risk allocation across diverse projects, including housing, healthcare and infrastructure, while contributing to business development.

Qualifications

• 7+ PQE ideal; exceptional 6+ PQE will be considered.
• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with strong non-contentious construction experience.
• Strong development, investor and/or housing/accommodation experience welcomed.
• Solid knowledge of market-standard amendments and bespoke agreements.

Responsibilities

• Shape procurement and contracting strategies from project outset.
• Draft, review and negotiate construction and project documentation.
• Prepare agreements protecting client interests and allocating risk.
• Advise on standard and bespoke contracts (JCT, NEC, EPC/EP CM) and JV structures.
• Support clients with risk management and dispute avoidance across live projects.

Skills

Non-Contentious Construction

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Tools

JCT

NEC

FIDIC

Job description

JMC Legal Recruitment is advising a leading City firm on a Senior Associate opportunity in Projects, Development & Construction. The role focuses on non-contentious construction for major clients, with potential for Partnership progression.

You will work with top partners, handling procurement, contract drafting and risk allocation across diverse projects, including housing, healthcare and infrastructure, while contributing to business development.