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About The Role
This role is for a Construction Solicitor (Non-Contentious) based in London, offering a salary between £80,000 and £120,000. The position is full-time with hybrid remote working. You will join a market-leading Construction team within a Legal 500 firm, advising on high-profile development and infrastructure projects. Your work will involve drafting and negotiating contracts for an enviable client base, including public and private sector employers, contractors, and developers. The team is recognised nationally for its expertise across the sector. To be considered, you should possess at least three years’ post-qualification experience in non-contentious construction law.
Construction Solicitor (Non-Contentious) – 3+ PQE, London, £80,000–£120,000 DOE. Join a market-leading Construction team within a Legal 500 firm, working on high-profile development and infrastructure projects for an enviable client base. To apply, contact Gemma Jones on 0207 183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk quoting JOB REF: 215304705.
The Role
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Construction Solicitor to join one of the UK's leading Construction & Engineering teams. Recognised for its expertise across the sector, this nationally respected practice advises on some of the country's most significant construction and infrastructure projects, acting for a diverse client base that includes public and private sector employers, contractors, developers, consultants, investors and subcontractors.
You will advise on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters, including:
- Drafting and negotiating JCT, NEC, MF/1 and other standard form construction contracts.
- Preparing and negotiating consultant appointments, collateral warranties, bonds, guarantees and novation agreements.
- Advising on development agreements, funding agreements, agreements for lease and wider project documentation.
- Supporting clients across commercial, residential, infrastructure, logistics and engineering projects.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development initiatives.
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The Candidate
Applications are sought from Construction Solicitors with 3+ years' PQE gained within a recognised construction practice. You will have solid experience advising on non-contentious construction matters, together with excellent drafting and negotiation skills and strong commercial awareness. You will be confident managing your own caseload, delivering exceptional client service and building lasting client relationships, while demonstrating a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach. The successful candidate will also be a proactive team player with a genuine commitment to professional development and contributing to the continued success of the team.
Solicitors with experience across both contentious and non-contentious construction matters who are looking to specialise further in transactional construction work are also encouraged to apply.
The Firm
This UK Top 50 law firm has built an outstanding reputation across the construction and engineering sector. Its national team of specialist lawyers advises many of the UK's best-known construction businesses on major projects spanning infrastructure, commercial developments, residential schemes, logistics, manufacturing and process engineering. Led by highly ranked Legal 500 and Chambers-recognised partners, the team continues to experience significant growth and offers exceptional quality work, genuine career progression and a collaborative, supportive culture.
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The Package
A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are on offer, together with hybrid and flexible working arrangements. You will join a market-leading Construction & Engineering practice with access to a high-quality national client base, clear opportunities for career progression, and ongoing training and professional development within a supportive and growing team.
How To Apply
Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on 0207 183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.
eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within seven working days. If you have not heard from us within this timeframe, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
PQE and salary levels are provided as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from candidates with more or less experience where they can demonstrate the necessary skills and expertise.
At eNL, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
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