Senior Construction Associate

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Senior Associate for its non-contentious construction team in London. This senior role includes advising on high-value development projects and complex contracts, offering excellent career prospects in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in non-contentious construction law (JCT/NEC).
• Experience in high-value development and infrastructure projects.
• Willingness to advise on transactional matters while open to contentious issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on procurement strategy and building contracts.
• Act for developers and public bodies on major projects.
• Lead matters and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Collaborative lawyering

Non-contentious construction

Job description

A leading national firm is looking to recruit a Senior Associate (6+ PQE) into its Legal 500 recommended non-contentious construction team in London.

The role offers exposure to high-value development, infrastructure, and regeneration projects across the UK, advising on everything from procurement strategy to building contracts (JCT/NEC), appointments, and process plant agreements.

You’ll be acting for developers, funds, public bodies, and household names, working alongside a team with deep private practice and in-house experience.

The work spans:

• Major real estate and corporate acquisitions/disposals
• Project finance and complex engineering contracts
• Digital construction and sustainable building practices

This is a senior, client-facing position with real scope to take the lead on matters, mentor junior team members, and contribute to national growth.

Ideal for someone who:

• Has a strong background in non-contentious construction (JCT/NEC, development agreements, etc.)
• Brings commercial acumen and enjoys collaborative, solution-led lawyering
• Is open to advising on some contentious matters, though the focus remains transactional
• Wants to work in a modern, forward-thinking environment with strong long-term prospects

If you're open to exploring a role that combines high-end work with a genuinely supportive culture, get in touch for a confidential chat.