Construction Associate

Looking for the perfect platform to elevate your Construction career? Join this Top 20 Firm and gain crucial exposure to a wealth of high-profile non-contentious construction matters, with full support to progress to the very top level.

The Firm:

Homing offices throughout Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America, this Top 20 Firm have established an exceptional reputation across the globe for their agile and proactive approach to new legal challenges. Amongst a wealth of awards and accolades, they have also earned L500 recognition in almost every department within the UK as a result of the breadth and depth of knowledge they continually provide. This, combined with their broader, global perspective, reinforces their status as an international heavyweight.

Priding themselves as a forward-thinking firm, they have made significant investments throughout 2021, proven by the increase in expenditure on the latest technology, office space and the number of strategic appointments made over the last 24 months. This has enabled the firm to deliver industry-shaping solutions across six core sectors, including Real Estate, TMT, Energy, Financial Services, Infrastructure and Life Sciences.

Naturally, the breadth of their legal & sector knowledge mirrors the breadth of their client base, which ranges from multinational PLCs to UHNW individuals and start-ups. This facilitates a challenging but diverse and rewarding working lifestyle, complemented by the vibrant & close-knit environment where individuals are encouraged to break the mould and be themselves. Here, you will be given the platform to showcase your potential at the highest level, with incremental support to further elevate your career.

The Role:

This is a highly progressive opportunity for a Construction Associate to join the firm's L500 department in Sheffield, with hybrid working in place.

You will be a driven individual, keen to advise clients on all types of construction projects, including commercial, retail, energy, urban regeneration and infrastructure.

You will have a diverse caseload covering the full range of non-contentious construction services such as drafting & negotiating construction contracts, professional team appointments, guarantees and bonds, collateral warranties and a range of ancillary documents, advising procurement routes and the use of standard form contracts such as NEC, JCT, FIDIC and IChemE as well as bespoke agreements.

As an Associate, you will also have the opportunity to write articles and present at internal and external seminars.

You will find that this opportunity comes with a high level of career investment and progression; you can take advantage of the firm's global reach, enabling you to skyrocket your career to the very top level.

Requirements:

• You will be an experienced Construction Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE
• Be well-organised and proactive
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Have good written and oral communication skills

Remunerations:

• Extremely competitive salary above the market rate
• Lucrative benefits package

This is a standout opportunity for a Construction Associate to join the firm's dynamic office in Sheffield.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.