Reference: TP220121
Closing Date: February 4 2021
Non-Contentious Construction Associate
Flexible working and remote working
Head Quartered in London
The Firm
Our Client, a Top Tier City Law Firm, is seeking a junior to mid-level Non-Contentious Construction Associate to join their expanding Construction and Infrastructure Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a construction lawyer who enjoys working with and advising a diverse range of clients on live projects.
The Role and Responsibilities
Reporting into the Construction Partner, the Construction Associate will be part of a small team, advising and acting for a wide range of national and international commercial entities. Key responsibilities include advising on:
- JCT & NEC3 contracts
- Energy contracts
- Service/maintenance and framework agreements
- Dealing with funding and financing agreements
- Security documentation including advance payment bonds
- Joint venture agreements
- Advising on risk allocation
- Finalising contract negotiations
- Dealing with warranty documents, performance bonds and guarantees
- Advising / due diligence for various project work
- Providing procurement strategy and advice on general legal, commercial, financial risks
- Examples of High Value projects in the UK and overseas include;
- Skyscrapers
- Power Projects & Infrastructure
- Sustainable development
- Renewable Energy
- Hospitals and Universities, hospitals
- Stadiums
You and the Requirements
It is essential that the candidate is UK qualified, at a junior to mid-level.
This is an excellent opportunity for a City or Legal 500 trained lawyer who is keen to further develop their technical expertise within a sort after, collegiate and highly skilled team.
You will have a self-starter, innovative and passionate approach. Keen to build relationships with your colleagues and clients. Solid experience within Construction law, but also a keen eye for stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a successful team during a period of growth. This position also offers flexibility, an open and inclusive work place with clear career progression and a high calibre learning and development programme. Fostering a strong culture, the firm is very sociable and the associates have plenty of opportunity to attend the firm’s networking events, themed events, team walks and experiences away.
Highly competitive remunerative, excellent benefits and bonus package.