At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on high-value construction projects and draft essential legal documents.
- Company: Join a top-tier national legal firm with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, flexible working, and a competitive benefits package.
- Other info: Be part of a growing team with clear progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the construction sector while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 3+ years PQE in non-contentious construction law and strong drafting skills.
The predicted salary is between 68000 - 68000 £ per year.
Location: Bristol | Hybrid flexible working, no mandated days in the office.
Salary: £68,000
Firm: Top Tier National Legal 500
Join a highly regarded, top tier, national construction team specialising in non-contentious, transactional construction work. You’ll advise on high-value, complex development and infrastructure projects across the UK, working with long-standing clients across housing, education, healthcare, local government and infrastructure sectors.
Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate and advise on construction documentation including JCT, NEC and bespoke contracts
- Advise on risk allocation and develop commercial, pragmatic contractual solutions
- Prepare and negotiate professional appointments, collateral warranties, performance bonds and parent company guarantees
- Manage matters from instruction through to completion, coordinating with clients, funders, counsel and stakeholders
- Support delivery of long-term PPP/PFI-style and major development projects
- Contribute to know-how, training and client updates on legal and market developments
Requirements
- 3+ years’ PQE in non-contentious construction law
- Strong experience drafting and negotiating JCT and NEC contracts
- Solid understanding of construction security documents (warranties, bonds, guarantees)
- Confident client-facing and relationship management skills
- Interest in infrastructure, development and public sector projects
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank + extra ways to earn more.
- Clear progression in a growing national team
- Flexible hybrid working with autonomy
- Competitive benefits package including bonus, pension, private medical insurance and enhanced holiday
Non-contentious Construction Associate / Senior Associate employer: CapeClarke
Join a top-tier national legal firm in Bristol, where you will thrive in a supportive and dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and flexibility. With a focus on non-contentious construction law, you will have the opportunity to work on high-value projects while enjoying a competitive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances and a clear path for career progression. Embrace the autonomy of hybrid working and be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters professional development.
