Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Non-Contentious Construction Associate
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A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a Non-Contentious Construction Associate (2–5 PQE) to join its highly regarded London construction practice.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value development and infrastructure projects for a broad client base including developers, investors, contractors, occupiers, and public sector bodies. The team is consistently instructed on significant built environment projects and offers genuine exposure to market-leading work from day one.
The Role
You will advise on a wide range of front-end construction matters, including:
- Drafting and negotiating JCT contracts and associated construction documentation.
- Advising on development agreements and development frameworks.
- Preparing consultant appointments, collateral warranties, novation agreements, guarantees, and bonds.
- Supporting major commercial, residential, mixed-use, and regeneration developments.
- Working closely with real estate, planning, projects, and banking teams on large transactions.
- Providing commercially focused advice throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.
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About You
Applications are welcomed from lawyers with approximately 2–6 years' PQE who can demonstrate strong experience in non-contentious construction work.
The ideal candidate will have experience of:
- Non-contentious construction law.
- Built environment projects.
- JCT contracts (essential).
- Development frameworks and development agreements.
- Consultant appointments and collateral warranties.
- Advising developers, contractors, investors, or public sector clients.
- Managing matters with increasing levels of responsibility while working as part of a collaborative team.
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Experience of NEC contracts or wider infrastructure work would be advantageous but is not essential. Candidates who have strong construction experience are encouraged to apply, regardless of PQE level.
What's on Offer
- High-quality front-end construction work.
- A strong pipeline of complex development and regeneration projects.
- Direct client exposure and responsibility.
- Highly competitive salary
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Clear opportunities for progression and professional development.
If you're a non-contentious construction lawyer looking to join a leading practice undertaking some of the most interesting development work in the market, I'd be happy to provide further details in confidence.
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