Construction Lawyer

Role

This role sits within the firm’s fast-growing Construction Group, which advises a broad range of clients including developers, investors, funders and occupiers on complex and high-profile projects.

The Team

Our client’s Construction Group advises on complex development projects and high-value real estate transactions. They work closely with specialists across construction disputes, real estate, planning, finance, corporate and tax.

Job Description

Core responsibilities include:

• Acting for a range of clients including developers, landlords, investors and funders
• Advising on the construction aspects of real estate, finance and corporate transactions
• Supporting with due diligence, including the preparation of reports and managing enquiries
• Assisting with agreements for lease and forward funding arrangements
• Supporting pre-dispute matters, including risk management and early-stage strategy
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of precedents and internal know-how
• Assisting with the drafting and negotiation of key construction documentation, including:
• Building contracts (JCT and NEC), Consultants’ appointments, Collateral warranties and third-party rights, Letters of intent, Parent company guarantees and performance bonds

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 2–5 years’ PQE in non-contentious construction
• Strong technical grounding in construction law and standard form contracts (JCT, NEC)
• Experience advising developers, investors or lenders across sectors such as commercial offices, residential, retail or student accommodation
• Exposure to the construction elements of real estate or finance transactions
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with attention to detail
• Commercially minded with the ability to deliver practical, solutions-focused advice
• Able to manage workload effectively and work to tight deadlines
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management ability
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Location: London (hybrid/remote working available)

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