Job Title: Construction Associate (Non-Contentious) – 5–8 PQE
Location: London
Department: Projects & Construction
Status: Full-time, Permanent
About the Firm
We are a market-leading, Tier 1-ranked law firm with a premier construction and projects practice. Our London team advises on some of the UK and Europe’s most high-profile development, regeneration, and infrastructure projects. Recognised for our commercial approach and deep sector insight, we act for a broad range of blue-chip clients including developers, real estate funds, institutional investors, and major corporates.
Due to sustained growth and an exciting pipeline of development work, we are seeking a talented 5–8 PQE associate with a focus on non-contentious construction law to join our London office.
The Role
You will work as part of our top-tier non-contentious construction team, advising clients on complex, high-value construction and development projects across the commercial real estate, residential, infrastructure, and energy sectors. The role involves:
* Drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke construction documents, including:
* Building contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC and bespoke)
* Professional appointments (RIBA, ACE, bespoke)
* Collateral warranties, third-party rights schedules
* Development agreements and agreements for lease
* Advising on procurement strategies and risk allocation across the project lifecycle
* Supporting real estate, corporate and finance teams on the construction aspects of transactions
* Managing multiple projects for high-profile UK and international clients
* Providing strategic input during early-stage project structuring and development
* Liaising directly with clients, consultants, and counterparties
* Supervising junior lawyers and contributing to internal training and development
* Supporting business development initiatives and thought leadership in the market
1. Candidate Profile
We are looking for a confident and commercially-minded lawyer with strong experience in non-contentious construction. The ideal candidate will have:
Key Requirements:
* Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales
* 5–8 years’ post-qualification experience at a leading construction, real estate, or projects practice
* Strong technical knowledge of construction law and standard forms (JCT, NEC, FIDIC, etc.)
* Experience advising developers, investors, and institutional landowners on UK-based development and regeneration projects
* Excellent drafting skills and the ability to manage complex documentation
* Client-facing experience with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
* Strong team ethos and ability to work across disciplines
* Ability to supervise junior associates and trainees
Why Join Us?
* Join a Tier 1 ranked construction team regularly instructed on landmark development schemes
* Work alongside market-leading partners and clients on high-profile UK and international projects
* Excellent career progression opportunities with structured support for promotion to Senior Associate and beyond
* Collaborative, inclusive culture with an emphasis on work/life balance and hybrid working
* Competitive remuneration, bonus, and benefits package
If you would like to be considered please send your CV to charlotte.pember@idexconsulting.com