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Job summary
A leading international law firm is seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Associate with 4–8 years PQE to join their construction team in Cardiff. The role involves advising on high-value development projects, drafting contracts, and offering flexible working arrangements. This opportunity is ideal for those looking for career progression and quality work without needing to be based in London.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 4-8 years of PQE in non-contentious construction law.
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
- Experience advising on procurement strategies and project structuring.
Responsibilities
- Work on major UK and cross-border development projects.
- Draft and negotiate standard form and bespoke construction contracts.
- Advise on construction risk and procurement strategies.
Skills
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A leading international law firm is looking to hire a talented Non-Contentious Construction Associate (4–8 PQE) to join its highly regarded construction and projects team, advising on top-tier development work across sectors including commercial real estate, infrastructure, energy, and life sciences.
The Role:
- You’ll work on major UK and cross-border development projects, acting for developers, funders, contractors, and public bodies.
- Drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC, EPC, etc.).
- Advising on procurement strategies, project structuring, and construction risk.
- Exposure to high-value, complex mandates with excellent partner access and client contact.
What’s on Offer:
- Work-from-anywhere flexibility: This firm offers full remote or hybrid working options.
- Excellent quality work without needing to be London-based.
- Clear career progression path and genuine investment in associate development.
- Collegiate and supportive team environment, with access to high-calibre clients and deals.
You will be:
- A UK-qualified construction lawyer with 4–8 years’ PQE.
- Experienced in non-contentious construction, with a strong grasp of contracts and procurement.
- Commercially minded, proactive, and collaborative in approach.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a construction lawyer seeking top-quality work and flexibility in how and where you deliver it.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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