Associate - Construction - Bristol - 1-4 Years PQE

Associate - Construction - Bristol - 1-4 Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £60,000 to £80,000 (dependent on experience)

A forward thinking and ambitious regional law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Associate to join its specialist Real Estate team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, agile and collaborative environment that values fresh thinking, professional development and long term career growth.

The Firm

The firm is known for its inclusive, flexible and people focused culture. It encourages creativity, commercial awareness and cross team collaboration from the outset. Colleagues benefit from a supportive environment where potential is nurtured, ideas are welcomed and career progression is actively supported.

The firm also offers a comprehensive internal development framework designed to help lawyers build the skills, knowledge and mindset needed for long term success. Through workshops, digital learning, mentoring and structured programmes, you will have access to continuous professional development at every stage of your career.

The Role

The Construction team is seeking an Associate with a strong focus on non contentious construction work, although candidates with the ability and willingness to undertake contentious matters are also encouraged to apply.

You will work alongside experienced Partners and senior lawyers, acting for public and private sector clients across the construction supply chain, primarily on the employer/client side. Matters will relate to high value and often high profile regional and national developments across sectors including:

• Energy and infrastructure
• Health and education
• Commercial development
• Consumer brands

Your day to day responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and advising on construction contract terms
• Drafting and negotiating contracts, appointments and ancillary documents
• Advising clients and liaising with their professional teams
• Managing a varied and fast paced caseload with appropriate supervision
• Supporting both transactional and project based work

The Team
The Construction and Engineering practice advises regional, national and international clients across the full construction lifecycle. Clients include:

• Developers
• Owners and occupiers
• Main contractors
• Project managers
• Funders
• Public sector bodies

The team works closely with the firm's Commercial Development and Projects teams, particularly on complex multi stakeholder procurements and major national developments. There is also a busy construction disputes practice handling adjudications, TCC matters, arbitration and pre action work.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 1-4 years' PQE in construction and engineering matters
• Experience advising on a range of construction issues
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills across contract families including JCT, NEC, FIDIC, IChemE, EPCs, O&Ms, bespoke appointments and ancillary documents
• A genuine interest in business development and client engagement
• Experience working across multiple sectors (no specific sector required)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A proactive, commercial and organised approach
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively within a team
• Confidence, initiative and sound professional judgement

You will primarily work alongside a Partner and/or Managing Associate, acting as a reliable and trusted member of the team on high value, complex matters.

Working Approach

The firm embraces flexible and agile working. Teams collaborate to agree working patterns that support exceptional client service, strong teamwork and a healthy work/life balance. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed to suit individual needs.

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A supportive, open and collaborative culture
• Strong career development pathways
• Opportunities to work on high profile national projects
• Access to extensive training and mentoring programmes

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*