Construction Lawyer

Senior Associate - Construction Lawyer (Non-Contentious) - London An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior Associate to join a leading construction team at a leading international firm, based in the City of London. This role focuses on non-contentious construction law, offering exposure to a wide range of complex projects across the UK and internationally. The team specialises in providing high-quality legal advice across all aspects of construction, development, and large-scale infrastructure projects. Working closely with clients, the team drafts, negotiates, and advises on procurement strategies, standard form contracts, bespoke agreements, and multi-party joint venture arrangements. Key sectors include: - Real estate, housing, and accommodation. - Energy and renewables, including sustainability-focused projects. - Healthcare, education, and regeneration schemes. Core responsibilities: - Drafting and negotiating standard form contracts, including JCT, NEC, and FIDIC, as well as bespoke agreements tailored to project-specific needs. - Managing large-scale due diligence exercises and development arrangements. - Advising on live project risks, including delays, payment issues, insolvency, and fire safety compliance. - Supporting clients with innovative solutions to avoid disputes and advising on rights and responsibilities under existing agreements. - Supervising and mentoring junior team members while managing a varied workload. The team also works on international projects across multiple jurisdictions, leveraging a strong global network to provide seamless cross-border support. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with 5+ years of post-qualification experience and a strong focus on non-contentious construction law. Key requirements: - Extensive experience with standard form construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and their amendments. - Familiarity with market norms and compromise positions in relevant sectors, particularly housing and accommodation. - Confidence in managing bespoke and complex agreements with appropriate supervision. - Proven ability to lead matters, organise files, and deliver high-quality client service. - Strong leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and nurture junior lawyers. - A proactive approach to business development and sector-specific knowledge sharing. - A collaborative mindset, exceptional organisational skills, and a "can-do" attitude are essential for success in this role. Why Join? This role offers significant career progression opportunities within a highly regarded and growing team. The firm is recognised for its supportive culture, commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and dedication to maintaining a dynamic and collaborative working environment. Key benefits include: - Hybrid working arrangements, with two core days in the office and the flexibility to work remotely for at least 50% of your time. - Exposure to high-profile domestic and international projects. - Opportunities to develop sector expertise, contribute to knowledge sharing, and engage in business development initiatives. If you are a motivated and experienced Construction Lawyer looking to advance your career within a globally connected and innovative team, we encourage you to apply. This is a rare opportunity to join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.