JMC Legal Recruitment
Construction Associate
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Non-Contentious Construction Associate | 2+ Years PQE | Manchester | Leading International Firm
The firm is a global name, with offices based around the world. It holds more top-tier Legal 500 rankings than any other UK firm and has been named the most innovative law firm in Europe multiple times. Its construction practice is preeminent in the market, trusted by the world's largest developers, funders, and governments.
The work
You will be involved in a broad mix of front-end construction matters, with exposure to major projects across the UK and internationally. Your work will include:
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- Drafting and negotiating building contracts, professional appointments, and collateral warranties, primarily using JCT, NEC, and bespoke forms
- Advising on procurement strategy and contract structure for developers, contractors, and public bodies
- Supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value energy, infrastructure, and real estate projects
- Working closely with the disputes team to understand how front-end advice shapes outcomes when projects hit turbulence
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You will not be sitting in a back office doing due diligence. You will be in client meetings, contributing to negotiations, and managing your own matters with appropriate supervision. The team is collaborative and committed to development. You will learn from the best, and you will be given the space to grow.
About you
You are a construction lawyer with at least two years' post-qualification experience in non-contentious work.
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