Head of Construction – Build a practice – Flexible working

Company: Chadwick Nott
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will lead and grow a dedicated construction practice within a London law firm undergoing growth. You will leverage the firm’s strong real estate offering to build a standalone construction group with both non-contentious and contentious capabilities. You’ll work within a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and support cross-functional teams on real estate development projects. The opportunity focuses on developing client relationships, expanding the practice, and shaping the firm’s construction capabilities. This role offers flexible working and a clear path to partnership for a capable leader who can scale a practice.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible working
  • excellent work/life balance
  • partnership opportunity
  • growth environment

Responsibilities

  • Handle non-contentious construction matters, including JCT and NEC contracts, collateral warranties, and professional appointments
  • Support the real estate team on construction aspects of commercial and residential developments
  • Manage contentious construction work such as litigation, adjudication, and arbitration
  • Build out a dedicated construction practice leveraging the firm’s client base and growth strategy
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated real estate and construction solutions

Key requirements

  • 9+ PQE England & Wales qualified solicitor
  • UK construction law experience from a UK law firm (primarily non-contentious with contentious expertise desirable)
  • Entrepreneurial outlook and track record or potential to develop a practice
  • ambitious senior associate/director seeking partnership or existing partner
  • entrepreneurial mindset
  • collaborative approach
  • business development orientation
  • JCT contracts
  • NEC contracts
  • collateral warranties

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Posted: October 10th, 2026