Senior Associate - Construction Non-Contentious

  • Service Care Solutions - Legal
  • Mar 03, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

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-£130,000PQE: 6-12 yearsKey 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 , or email .uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.