Taylor Root
Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor - 6-12 month FTC
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Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor (6+ PQE)
6-12 Month FTC
London | Hybrid or Fully Remote (UK-Based)
Top 50 International Law Firm
Full-Time or 4 Days Per Week
Our client, a leading Top 50 international law firm, is seeking an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor to join its highly regarded Construction & Engineering practice on a 6-12 month fixed-term contract basis.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading team advising on some of the UK's most significant development, infrastructure and engineering projects. The role offers exceptional flexibility, with both hybrid and fully remote working arrangements available for UK-based individuals, together with the option of working either four or five days per week.
The Opportunity
- You will become part of a large and well-established Construction & Engineering team recognised for its expertise across complex domestic and international projects.
- The practice advises an impressive client base including developers, institutional investors, major corporates, public sector bodies and leading contractors.
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The team is involved in high-profile projects spanning real estate development, infrastructure, energy, logistics, healthcare, life sciences, regeneration and housing. Working alongside a highly regarded group of construction specialists, you will provide strategic and commercially focused advice on a wide range of high-value, business-critical matters.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated transactions while benefiting from the support and resources of a top-tier international practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters
- Drafting and negotiating construction and engineering contracts, including JCT, NEC, FIDIC and MF/1 documentation
- Advising on development agreements, funding arrangements, agreements for lease and associated project documentation
- Leading transactions and major projects with a high degree of autonomy
- Delivering pragmatic, commercial advice to a sophisticated client base
- Managing and developing key client relationships
- Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers within the team
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple practice groups and offices
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About You
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with ideally 6+ years' PQE
- Strong non-contentious construction experience gained within a recognised construction practice
- Excellent knowledge of standard form construction contracts and associated development documentation
- Proven ability to manage complex matters independently and deliver to tight deadlines
- Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical skills
- Commercially minded with excellent client relationship management abilities
- Collaborative, proactive and adaptable approach to working within a fast-paced environment
This is a rare opportunity to join one of the UK's leading construction practices on a flexible fixed-term basis, working on headline projects alongside highly respected partners and lawyers. The role combines top-quality work, genuine flexibility and the opportunity to make an immediate impact within a highly successful team.
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