SENIOR ASSOCIATE – PROJECTS, DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION (NON-CONTENTIOUS) | 6+ PQE | LONDON

QC Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

QC Legal is seeking an experienced solicitor to join its well-regarded Projects, Development & Construction team in London. The role focuses on non-contentious construction work for developers, investors and public bodies, handling documentation from inception to completion and advising on procurement strategies.

You will manage a varied caseload, supervise junior lawyers, and contribute to business development while enjoying a flexible hybrid working arrangement and access to high-profile UK

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years PQE in non-contentious construction.
• Extensive knowledge of JCT, NEC and FIDIC contracts.
• Experience advising on development and housing projects is advantageous.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client management skills.
• Ability to supervise junior lawyers and manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on construction and development projects from inception to completion.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on project documentation.
• Handle procurement strategies and risk allocation.
• Manage client relationships and mentor junior lawyers.
• Contribute to BD and growth of the practice.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

Client management

Drafting & negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

6+ years' PQE

Job description

About the Firm

With roots stretching back almost 300 years, this highly regarded law firm has built a strong reputation for advising businesses, investors, developers, institutions and private clients across a wide range of sectors. The firm combines the resources of a sizeable national practice with a genuinely personal approach, offering clients access to specialists across real estate, corporate, disputes, private wealth and construction. Its Projects, Development & Construction team is particularly well known for its work on complex development, regeneration and infrastructure projects, acting on matters throughout the UK and across a range of international jurisdictions.

The Opportunity

• Join a well-established Projects, Development & Construction team focusing on non-contentious construction work.
• Advise developers, investors, funders, contractors, consultants and public sector bodies on a broad range of construction and development projects.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on construction, development and project documentation from project inception through to completion.
• Work on regeneration schemes, accommodation projects, energy and renewables developments, healthcare projects, hotels and infrastructure matters.
• Advise on a variety of procurement and contracting strategies, helping clients allocate and manage project risk.
• Handle both standard form and bespoke construction contracts, including JCT, NEC, EPC, EPCM and joint venture arrangements.
• Support clients on live project issues, including payment matters, delays, extensions of time, termination provisions and project risk management.
• Take responsibility for running matters, managing client relationships and supervising junior team members.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and play an active role in the continued growth of the practice.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years' PQE.
• Strong non-contentious construction experience gained within a recognised construction practice.
• Extensive knowledge of standard form construction contracts and appointments including JCT, NEC and FIDIC documentation.
• Experience advising on development, investor-led, housing or accommodation sector projects would be particularly beneficial.
• Comfortable handling complex and bespoke construction agreements.
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload and supervise more junior lawyers.
• Strong organisational, drafting and negotiation skills.
• Commercially aware with the confidence to engage directly with clients and project stakeholders.
• A proactive team player with a genuine interest in the construction and development sector.

What's on Offer

• A rewarding salary package supported by a strong bonus and benefits offering.
• The opportunity to work on high-profile development, regeneration and infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to a diverse client base spanning both the public and private sectors.
• A clear platform for career progression within a growing and ambitious team.
• Flexible hybrid working, with a blend of office and remote working.
• Access to high-quality work across both UK and international projects.
• The chance to play a visible role in the future growth and success of the practice.