Senior Associate – Construction (Non-Contentious)

Service Care Legal are working with leading Legal 500 firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its established Projects, Development & Construction team. The role focuses on high-value, non-contentious construction work across regeneration, infrastructure, energy, healthcare, hotels and accommodation sector projects, advising developers, investors, funders, contractors and public bodies in the UK and internationally.

ROLE:                  Senior Associate – Construction (Non-Contentious)
LOCATION:          London (Hybrid –2 days per week in the office)
Salary:                  £100,000–£130,000
PQE:                     6–12 years

Key Responsibilities
 

• Draft and negotiate JCT, NEC, FIDIC, EPC/EPCM and bespoke construction and development documentation.
• Advise on procurement strategy, risk allocation and project structuring from inception.
• Provide non-contentious advisory support on live project issues (payment, delay, EOT, termination, insolvency risk).
• Lead matters independently and supervise junior lawyers.
• Support client development and sector-focused BD initiatives.

Person Specification
 

• 6–12 years’ PQE with strong non-contentious construction experience.
• Excellent knowledge of standard form and amended construction contracts.
• Experience acting for developers, investors and/or accommodation/housing sector clients desirable.
• Proven ability to manage files, deadlines and junior team members.
• Commercial, collaborative and proactive approach with strong client skills.

If this sounds like an opportunity of interest, please contact Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.