Senior Construction Non-Contentious Lawyer

Law Absolute Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known City firm in London seeks a Senior Associate with over 5 years of PQE in non-contentious construction law. The role involves supporting clients throughout the lifecycle of built-environment projects, offering guidance from planning to completion. Ideal candidates will have strong drafting and analytical skills, combined with a proactive approach to client service.

Qualifications

• Qualified in England & Wales with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE.
• Experience in non-contentious construction law gained within a leading practice.
• Strong academic background.

Responsibilities

• Support clients across the full lifecycle of built-environment projects.
• Provide guidance from early stages through to final completion.

Skills

Non-contentious construction law

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Client management skills

Team player

Education

Law degree (minimum 2:1)

Job description

Our client is a well-known City firm seeking to expand its top-tier, non-contentious Construction team with a Senior Associate (5+ PQE). The role sits within the construction practice that supports clients across the full lifecycle of built-environment projects. The team provides guidance from early feasibility, planning and design stages through procurement, supply-chain engagement, project delivery and final completion.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified in England & Wales with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE.
• Demonstrated experience in non-contentious construction law gained within a leading practice.
• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree.
• A proactive approach and genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client service
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and client management skills
• Proactive team player with a commercial approach

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