Sellick Partnership is seeking a senior associate to join a firm in London. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with 5+ years of experience to join a dynamic projects, development, and construction team. The ideal candidate will have substantial non-contentious construction law experience and will be keen to take on more complex, high-value work.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead on non-contentious construction law matters, including advising on standard form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and bespoke arrangements.
Manage a variety of projects across sectors such as regeneration, housing, accommodation, energy, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Supervise and mentor junior team members, managing a diverse range of matters while ensuring effective delegation and development.
Advise on live schemes, including payment issues, delays, fire safety, and construction project failure prevention.
Assist with large-scale due diligence, commercial negotiations, and complex development arrangements.
Support business development efforts and engage in firm-wide initiatives to enhance the team's growth.
Ideal Candidate:
- 5+ years' PQE with extensive experience in non-contentious construction law.
- Strong knowledge of standard form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and bespoke arrangements, with the ability to manage complex agreements.
- Experience in managing a varied workload, running matters, and supervising junior associates.
- Prior experience in sectors such as investor, housing, or accommodation projects would be advantageous.
- A team player with excellent organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- A proactive, client-focused attitude, with a genuine interest in the construction sector.
In exchange, the firm is willing to offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package.
Apply Now
If you are a motivated and dynamic construction lawyer looking to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, contact Faith Kelly at Sellick Partnership, or apply within.
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