Associate – Non Contentious Construction – Bristol – 2-6 PQE

Overview

In this role you assist a well-established regional and national law practice in Bristol, focusing on non-contentious construction work across development, infrastructure and energy projects. You support transactions, advise on standard contracts, and help manage risk and client expectations within a collaborative team. You will develop sector knowledge, grow your professional network, and have opportunities to market yourself and the team. This role offers exposure to high-value projects, hybrid working, and international travel up to two weeks per year.

Pay / Benefits

• 26.5-31.5 days’ annual leave
• holiday buying and selling
• private medical insurance
• life assurance and pension
• cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• discretionary performance related bonus

Responsibilities

• Manage construction transactions and project deliverables
• Advise on JCT and NEC contracts, security packages and due diligence
• Support development, infrastructure and energy sector projects
• Build credibility with clients and manage risk, options and timescales
• Develop sector and market knowledge and demonstrate expertise
• Grow internal and external networks
• Support the team’s profile through networking, publications and seminars
• Manage delegated aspects of projects and meet deadlines
• Provide guidance to junior team members
• Ensure clear communication with senior and junior colleagues
• Support budget management and efficient use of resources
• Stay informed on legal and sector developments

Key requirements

• 2-6 years PQE in non-contentious construction
• Strong familiarity with JCT and NEC standard forms
• Experience with construction security packages and due diligence
• Confidence running transactions with appropriate supervision
• Excellent client management and communication skills
• Enthusiasm for construction, engineering and the built environment
• Collaborative, team-focused approach
• Interest in developing sector expertise (real estate, energy, utilities, infrastructure, health/social care) – desirable
• Ability to mentor junior lawyers – desirable

• team collaboration
• client management
• clear communication
• JCT and NEC contract knowledge
• construction security packages
• due diligence

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