Construction Solicitor A top-tier national practice is seeking a talented and ambitious Construction Solicitor to join their thriving London office. This is a unique opportunity to work with an elite team handling high-profile non-contentious construction matters for a broad range of clients, from developers and contractors to major corporates and public sector bodies, both in the UK and internationally. The Role: - Drafting and Negotiating Key Contracts: Handling JCT, NEC, FIDIC, and bespoke construction contracts, as well as development agreements, consultant appointments, and collateral warranties. - Project Lifecycle Support: Advising on procurement strategies, project delivery, and risk management across the construction lifecycle. - Development and Infrastructure Projects: Working on significant commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments, as well as infrastructure projects such as energy and transport. - Project Finance and Due Diligence: Supporting clients in securing project finance, including reviewing and preparing construction-related documentation for funding arrangements. - Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams: Liaising closely with colleagues across other practice areas such as real estate, banking, and corporate, ensuring seamless legal support on complex transactions. You will work alongside a team of experienced specialists, gaining exposure to cutting-edge projects and advising clients on high-value, strategic developments. About You: - NQ to 2 years' PQE in non-contentious construction law, gained from a well-regarded practice. - Strong Technical Skills: Demonstrable experience in drafting and negotiating construction documentation and advising on procurement processes. - Commercial Awareness: Ability to understand clients' commercial objectives and tailor advice to their needs. - Team Player: Collaborative mindset, with a willingness to work closely with colleagues across multiple offices and practice areas. - Client-Focused: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships. What's on Offer: - High-Quality Work: Exposure to complex and high-profile UK and international construction projects. - Career Progression: A clear and structured pathway for professional growth, supported by regular appraisals and a comprehensive training program. - Competitive Package: Attractive salary, bonus opportunities, and a wide range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, and a robust wellbeing program. - Inclusive Culture: Join a firm committed to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive workplace. This is a standout opportunity for a talented Construction Solicitor to take their career to the next level with a market-leading firm. If you are ready to work on some of the most exciting construction projects in the UK and beyond, apply today. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Feb 06, 2025
Full time
Construction Solicitor A top-tier national practice is seeking a talented and ambitious Construction Solicitor to join their thriving London office. This is a unique opportunity to work with an elite team handling high-profile non-contentious construction matters for a broad range of clients, from developers and contractors to major corporates and public sector bodies, both in the UK and internationally. The Role: - Drafting and Negotiating Key Contracts: Handling JCT, NEC, FIDIC, and bespoke construction contracts, as well as development agreements, consultant appointments, and collateral warranties. - Project Lifecycle Support: Advising on procurement strategies, project delivery, and risk management across the construction lifecycle. - Development and Infrastructure Projects: Working on significant commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments, as well as infrastructure projects such as energy and transport. - Project Finance and Due Diligence: Supporting clients in securing project finance, including reviewing and preparing construction-related documentation for funding arrangements. - Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams: Liaising closely with colleagues across other practice areas such as real estate, banking, and corporate, ensuring seamless legal support on complex transactions. You will work alongside a team of experienced specialists, gaining exposure to cutting-edge projects and advising clients on high-value, strategic developments. About You: - NQ to 2 years' PQE in non-contentious construction law, gained from a well-regarded practice. - Strong Technical Skills: Demonstrable experience in drafting and negotiating construction documentation and advising on procurement processes. - Commercial Awareness: Ability to understand clients' commercial objectives and tailor advice to their needs. - Team Player: Collaborative mindset, with a willingness to work closely with colleagues across multiple offices and practice areas. - Client-Focused: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships. What's on Offer: - High-Quality Work: Exposure to complex and high-profile UK and international construction projects. - Career Progression: A clear and structured pathway for professional growth, supported by regular appraisals and a comprehensive training program. - Competitive Package: Attractive salary, bonus opportunities, and a wide range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, and a robust wellbeing program. - Inclusive Culture: Join a firm committed to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive workplace. This is a standout opportunity for a talented Construction Solicitor to take their career to the next level with a market-leading firm. If you are ready to work on some of the most exciting construction projects in the UK and beyond, apply today. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Title Construction and Engineering (Non-Contentious) - Associate - London Position Full Time Role Associate Location London Practice Area/Department Construction Description The team Our Construction and Engineering Team is a growing and dynamic practice. Arash Rajai (Partner) and Claire Wilmann's (Senior Associate) non-contentious construction and engineering practice was recently established to provide clients with expert advice on a variety of real estate development, infrastructure, energy and engineering projects and provide support to RPC's leading real estate, corporate and finance teams. Arash and Claire's experience covers all different sectors and industries, including retail, commercial, finance and media. In the past few months at RPC, Arash and Claire have won mandates for and are already working on various exciting new projects, such as the significant fit-out of a well-known retail complex on Oxford Street, a portfolio of high-end hotel development and refurbisment projects across London and the construction of a logistics centre for a luxury retail brand. Arash and Claire joined RPC from a leading, top tier construction and engineering practice in August 2022. They brought with them a wealth of experience having worked on a number of significant development projects in the UK and abroad. To join this team would be a unique opportunity for a junior to mid-level lawyer to have exposure to great projects, high quality training and involvement in growing the team at an exciting time. The role We are looking for a motivated Associate who has a desire to learn, to be a key part of a new and vibrant team and to make a meaningful contribution to its long-term success. The Associate would ideally have the following skills and experience: NQ to 3 years PQE. Non-contentious construction experience with strong technical skills. Familiarity with: the JCT forms of contract and ideally other industry forms such as NEC and FIDIC; and the different procurement options. A people focused and collaborative mindset.
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Job Title Construction and Engineering (Non-Contentious) - Associate - London Position Full Time Role Associate Location London Practice Area/Department Construction Description The team Our Construction and Engineering Team is a growing and dynamic practice. Arash Rajai (Partner) and Claire Wilmann's (Senior Associate) non-contentious construction and engineering practice was recently established to provide clients with expert advice on a variety of real estate development, infrastructure, energy and engineering projects and provide support to RPC's leading real estate, corporate and finance teams. Arash and Claire's experience covers all different sectors and industries, including retail, commercial, finance and media. In the past few months at RPC, Arash and Claire have won mandates for and are already working on various exciting new projects, such as the significant fit-out of a well-known retail complex on Oxford Street, a portfolio of high-end hotel development and refurbisment projects across London and the construction of a logistics centre for a luxury retail brand. Arash and Claire joined RPC from a leading, top tier construction and engineering practice in August 2022. They brought with them a wealth of experience having worked on a number of significant development projects in the UK and abroad. To join this team would be a unique opportunity for a junior to mid-level lawyer to have exposure to great projects, high quality training and involvement in growing the team at an exciting time. The role We are looking for a motivated Associate who has a desire to learn, to be a key part of a new and vibrant team and to make a meaningful contribution to its long-term success. The Associate would ideally have the following skills and experience: NQ to 3 years PQE. Non-contentious construction experience with strong technical skills. Familiarity with: the JCT forms of contract and ideally other industry forms such as NEC and FIDIC; and the different procurement options. A people focused and collaborative mindset.
PQE: 5 years + Term: Permanent Working hours: Full-time (Monday - Friday; 9.30am - 5.30pm) Reports to: Practice Area Manager Team: Planning and Environment Location: London The Firm Farrer & Co is synonymous with the highest quality legal advice and service. We advise individuals, families, businesses, financial services, educational and not-for-profit organisations on every aspect of the law, wherever the need arises. From our offices in London we work with trusted professionals around the world to deliver a seamless international service. Our clients present us with complex and varied challenges. Whether that's a complicated family trust issue, a multinational corporate transaction, or an emerging threat to their reputation, they need clear thinkers who can advise on the best solutions, fast thinkers when speed is of the essence and agile thinkers who can produce a fresh approach to get the job done. That's why they choose us. Our clients value our in-depth knowledge, technical excellence and diversity of disciplines. But what really binds our long-standing relationships with them is our approach: pragmatic, plain speaking and always steadfast in our values, which we hold dear. Values which mean we gain our clients' trust, always strive to do the right thing, and aim for the best results for them. Superb client service sits at the heart of everything we do. We are modern lawyers with timeless values. The Team The Commercial Property team provides clients with prompt, practical advice covering all the legal and business issues for the effective ownership and management of commercial properties. The team incorporates planning, environment and construction law specialists. Our clients include private property companies, entrepreneurs, funds, charities, institutions and landed estates, banks, international investors and high net worth individuals. Scope The Firm is looking to recruit a Planning and Environment solicitor to expand our practice. Working closely with others, you will often be the first port of call for planning and environment matters and will therefore need to demonstrate a keen interest and aptitude for developing your knowledge and expertise in this area. It is essential that you have sound knowledge and experience in planning law and a keen willingness to developing this and the practice further. Many of our solicitors speak at seminars and other public events and this would be an essential part of your role. Responsibilities Drafting and negotiating s106 and other infrastructure agreements Advice relating to listed building and planning control (including enforcement action) Advice relating to contentious planning matters including judicial review and planning inquiries Advising on the Community Infrastructure Levy Advice relating to compulsory purchase and compensation Local Plan representations and objecting to planning applications Legal review of planning applications Assisting our environmental practice on regulatory matters Skills and Experience Experience within an established UK Planning team A broad range of planning experience Strong knowledge of UK planning law and regulation as well as policies and procedures Experience of environment is an advantage but not essential Excellent academics Experience of public speaking and business development is an advantage Person Specification The role is well suited to someone who is confident, and client focused as there will be lots of interaction with property and banking solicitors in particular who need a commercial view on transactions and development projects. You will need to be a self-starter and comfortable actively promoting and developing the Firm's Planning and Environment practice. While part of the larger Commercial Property Team, you will feel comfortable operating independently, although there will be assistance if required. It is essential that you have planning experience and ideally you will have been involved in environmental work as well. You will have broad private practice experience of planning matters, ideally from a top tier Firm; however, we will also consider in-house candidates who have a planning focus. Education and Qualifications Minimum 2.1 degree and a training contract undertaken in a mid-sized or city firm Special aspects The hours of work for this opportunity are 9:30am - 5:30pm but we would expect the successful candidate to be committed, flexible and prepared to work beyond the normal office hours if necessary and in response to client demand. You will be expected to follow the firm's agile working policy, which embraces home working but will require employees to spend a minimum number of days each week in the London office. Comments Farrer & Co conducts a pre-employment screening which consists of a Criminal History Background and Credit Check for successful candidates.
Dec 11, 2022
Full time
PQE: 5 years + Term: Permanent Working hours: Full-time (Monday - Friday; 9.30am - 5.30pm) Reports to: Practice Area Manager Team: Planning and Environment Location: London The Firm Farrer & Co is synonymous with the highest quality legal advice and service. We advise individuals, families, businesses, financial services, educational and not-for-profit organisations on every aspect of the law, wherever the need arises. From our offices in London we work with trusted professionals around the world to deliver a seamless international service. Our clients present us with complex and varied challenges. Whether that's a complicated family trust issue, a multinational corporate transaction, or an emerging threat to their reputation, they need clear thinkers who can advise on the best solutions, fast thinkers when speed is of the essence and agile thinkers who can produce a fresh approach to get the job done. That's why they choose us. Our clients value our in-depth knowledge, technical excellence and diversity of disciplines. But what really binds our long-standing relationships with them is our approach: pragmatic, plain speaking and always steadfast in our values, which we hold dear. Values which mean we gain our clients' trust, always strive to do the right thing, and aim for the best results for them. Superb client service sits at the heart of everything we do. We are modern lawyers with timeless values. The Team The Commercial Property team provides clients with prompt, practical advice covering all the legal and business issues for the effective ownership and management of commercial properties. The team incorporates planning, environment and construction law specialists. Our clients include private property companies, entrepreneurs, funds, charities, institutions and landed estates, banks, international investors and high net worth individuals. Scope The Firm is looking to recruit a Planning and Environment solicitor to expand our practice. Working closely with others, you will often be the first port of call for planning and environment matters and will therefore need to demonstrate a keen interest and aptitude for developing your knowledge and expertise in this area. It is essential that you have sound knowledge and experience in planning law and a keen willingness to developing this and the practice further. Many of our solicitors speak at seminars and other public events and this would be an essential part of your role. Responsibilities Drafting and negotiating s106 and other infrastructure agreements Advice relating to listed building and planning control (including enforcement action) Advice relating to contentious planning matters including judicial review and planning inquiries Advising on the Community Infrastructure Levy Advice relating to compulsory purchase and compensation Local Plan representations and objecting to planning applications Legal review of planning applications Assisting our environmental practice on regulatory matters Skills and Experience Experience within an established UK Planning team A broad range of planning experience Strong knowledge of UK planning law and regulation as well as policies and procedures Experience of environment is an advantage but not essential Excellent academics Experience of public speaking and business development is an advantage Person Specification The role is well suited to someone who is confident, and client focused as there will be lots of interaction with property and banking solicitors in particular who need a commercial view on transactions and development projects. You will need to be a self-starter and comfortable actively promoting and developing the Firm's Planning and Environment practice. While part of the larger Commercial Property Team, you will feel comfortable operating independently, although there will be assistance if required. It is essential that you have planning experience and ideally you will have been involved in environmental work as well. You will have broad private practice experience of planning matters, ideally from a top tier Firm; however, we will also consider in-house candidates who have a planning focus. Education and Qualifications Minimum 2.1 degree and a training contract undertaken in a mid-sized or city firm Special aspects The hours of work for this opportunity are 9:30am - 5:30pm but we would expect the successful candidate to be committed, flexible and prepared to work beyond the normal office hours if necessary and in response to client demand. You will be expected to follow the firm's agile working policy, which embraces home working but will require employees to spend a minimum number of days each week in the London office. Comments Farrer & Co conducts a pre-employment screening which consists of a Criminal History Background and Credit Check for successful candidates.
Associate Construction (Non-Contentious) We would like to find a Construction lawyer (non-contentious) ideally NQ - 3 years PQE with experience of drafting and negotiating JCT amendments, consultants' appointments, warranties, etc. Ideally some experience of NEC too but this is not essential. You will be able to work as part of a team dealing with property development projects for employers and providing construction law assistance to the property lawyers dealing with the development documents. You will also be involved in due diligence for funders and purchasers, advising consultants on their appointments and, subject to previous experience, advising specialist contractors/sub-contractors. This role can be can be based out of our Nottingham, Birmingham or Leeds office however, we would be open to discuss other offices. The Freeths Group is one of the UK's leading regional law practices. We offer services to both the commercial and private client across the entire legal spectrum. We operate from offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Oxford and Sheffield. The firm has a wide range of clients throughout the UK with many clients having strong international connections. We have over 150 partners and more than 800 members of staff in total. Our client base reflects our nationwide strength and our nationwide service delivery. We are committed to continuous improvement and our increasing success as a business is built on achieving success for our clients. We work in close partnership with clients, providing positive, practical solutions and clear, comprehensive advice. Our aim is to attract and retain the most talented people, and part of this is providing a great place to work. So, to support fairness and equality and to encourage a healthy work-life balance, we continually monitor and improve our benefits. We are proud that what we have achieved has been recognised over the past few years, being awarded Best Companies star status on a number of occasions and have featured in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For. We are also a silver standard accredited Investor in People Company, which means we are recognised for our efforts to improve work place engagement, leadership, personal growth, wellbeing, team working and our impact on society. Share
Dec 02, 2022
Full time
Associate Construction (Non-Contentious) We would like to find a Construction lawyer (non-contentious) ideally NQ - 3 years PQE with experience of drafting and negotiating JCT amendments, consultants' appointments, warranties, etc. Ideally some experience of NEC too but this is not essential. You will be able to work as part of a team dealing with property development projects for employers and providing construction law assistance to the property lawyers dealing with the development documents. You will also be involved in due diligence for funders and purchasers, advising consultants on their appointments and, subject to previous experience, advising specialist contractors/sub-contractors. This role can be can be based out of our Nottingham, Birmingham or Leeds office however, we would be open to discuss other offices. The Freeths Group is one of the UK's leading regional law practices. We offer services to both the commercial and private client across the entire legal spectrum. We operate from offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Oxford and Sheffield. The firm has a wide range of clients throughout the UK with many clients having strong international connections. We have over 150 partners and more than 800 members of staff in total. Our client base reflects our nationwide strength and our nationwide service delivery. We are committed to continuous improvement and our increasing success as a business is built on achieving success for our clients. We work in close partnership with clients, providing positive, practical solutions and clear, comprehensive advice. Our aim is to attract and retain the most talented people, and part of this is providing a great place to work. So, to support fairness and equality and to encourage a healthy work-life balance, we continually monitor and improve our benefits. We are proud that what we have achieved has been recognised over the past few years, being awarded Best Companies star status on a number of occasions and have featured in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For. We are also a silver standard accredited Investor in People Company, which means we are recognised for our efforts to improve work place engagement, leadership, personal growth, wellbeing, team working and our impact on society. Share
