Projects Lawyer

BCL Private Practice; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm based in London is seeking a Projects Lawyer to join their high-caliber Commercial and Infrastructure team. You will lead significant projects and advise both public and private sector clients on complex PFI/PPP contracts. This opportunity offers scope for development within a collaborative culture that values trust and professional growth. Ideal candidates must have over 5 years PQE with expertise in PFI/PPP frameworks and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible arrangements for work-life balance

Transparent promotion framework

Professional development programmes

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE gained in a recognised Projects, Commercial, or Infrastructure team.
• Strong understanding of PFI/PPP frameworks and infrastructure delivery.
• Experience advising on complex contracts for public infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex PFI/PPP and infrastructure projects.
• Advise on operational management and interpretation of long-term service contracts.
• Support clients on PFI expiry and post-PFI service delivery arrangements.

Skills

PFI/PPP frameworks

Infrastructure delivery

Client relationship building

Commercial mindset

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE

Job description

Projects Lawyer | Leading UK Law Firm | London

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading commercial law firms, consistently recognised in The Times Best Law Firms and highly ranked in Chambers UK and Legal 500, at a pivotal moment of growth and investment.

The firm’s Commercial and Infrastructure team advises both public and private sector clients on some of the UK’s most complex and high-profile projects across sectors including Health, Education, Social Care, Housing, Defence, Energy, and Transport. With a reputation for excellence, collaboration, and innovation, this is a firm where lawyers thrive on sophisticated work, long-term client relationships, and genuine career progression.

Opportunity

As Projects Lawyer in this market-leading team, you will play a key role in advising on high-value, strategically significant projects across the UK and internationally. You’ll work alongside market-leading specialists on complex PFI/PPP contracts, project variations, operational delivery, and the emerging challenges of contract expiry and handback. This is an exciting stage for the PFI/PPP market, offering significant scope to develop your technical expertise and commercial insight. You’ll have real client contact, involvement in business development, and the opportunity to shape the next phase of the team’s success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex PFI/PPP and infrastructure projects, advising both public and private sector clients.
• Advise on the operational management, variation, and interpretation of long-term service contracts.
• Support clients on PFI expiry and post-PFI service delivery arrangements.
• Work collaboratively with specialists across the firm including construction, finance, corporate, real estate, and regulatory.
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers, contributing to the team’s ongoing growth and excellence.
• Play an active role in business development and thought leadership within the infrastructure sector.

Candidate Requirements

• 5+ years’ PQE gained in a recognised Projects, Commercial, or Infrastructure team.
• Strong understanding of PFI/PPP frameworks, infrastructure delivery, and ongoing service operation.
• Experience advising on complex contracts for public infrastructure projects.
• A commercial mindset, able to deliver pragmatic and solutions-focused advice.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships.
• A collaborative, proactive approach, with a genuine enthusiasm for developing your practice and supporting others.

Why Join?

• High-calibre work: Advise on major UK and international projects with long-standing institutional and government clients.
• Collaborative culture: Work within a friendly, values-driven environment that prioritises support, trust, and professional growth.
• Structured career progression: Transparent promotion framework and bespoke development programmes.
• Hybrid working: Flexible arrangements to balance client needs and personal commitments.
• Award-winning reputation: Regularly shortlisted and recognised for excellence in health, infrastructure, and public sector law.

If you’re a Projects Lawyer looking for challenging, meaningful work and a platform to advance your career within a top-tier UK firm, we’d love to hear from you.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.