Construction Principal Associate - 12 month ftc
Posted 2 days 6 hours ago by BCL Legal
BCL Legal is excited to be assisting a leading international law firm in the recruitment of a Senior/Principal Associate to join its highly respected Non-Contentious Construction team in Birmingham. This is a unique 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity, allowing you to work on high-value, high-profile projects across various sectors, including construction, engineering, and infrastructure. The role is offered on a full-time basis with hybrid working and an attractive salary and benefits package.
The Role- Advise a diverse client base including property companies, real estate investors, public sector bodies, corporate occupiers, and contractors on complex construction and engineering matters.
- Work on major projects across sectors such as real estate development, logistics, housing, infrastructure, energy, healthcare, and more.
- Draft and negotiate key construction contracts including JCT, NEC, MF/1, and FIDIC.
- Provide advice on development agreements, funding agreements, and agreements for lease.
- Play an instrumental role in major regeneration and infrastructure projects.
- Take ownership of large, complex matters with minimal supervision and mentor junior fee earners.
- A minimum of 6 years' PQE in non-contentious construction law.
- Extensive experience with construction contracts, including JCT, NEC, MF/1, and FIDIC.
- Experience advising on development, funding, and regeneration projects.
- The ability to deliver pragmatic and commercially-focused advice.
- Strong negotiation, drafting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent client handling abilities with a collaborative and client-focused approach.
- Experience in supervising junior lawyers and contributing to team development.
- A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- The chance to work for one of the UK's most respected construction & engineering teams.
- Hybrid working with genuine flexibility options.
- A generous bonus scheme, enhanced annual leave (with the option to buy more), private medical insurance, pension, and life assurance.
- Opportunities to progress your career in a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team environment.
- The possibility of a sabbatical after five years of service.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior construction lawyer looking to work on exciting projects, progress within a top-tier firm, and contribute to a close-knit team.
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To be considered for this Senior/Principal Associate - Non-Contentious Construction vacancy, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact BCL Legal for further information.