Solicitor - Construction

Lawrence Stephens is seeking a 2-4 PQE Solicitor to join our growing Construction team. Based in our Farringdon office, with hybrid working available, this is an excellent opportunity to develop a broad construction practice with exposure to both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Working closely with Partners and experienced fee earners, you will support and advise a diverse client base across construction, real estate, development and related commercial projects. The role offers high levels of responsibility, direct client contact and the opportunity to play an active role in the continued growth of the practice.

We are looking for a commercially minded and organised solicitor with strong technical skills and a proactive approach to client service. Ideally, you will have gained experience in construction law and be confident advising on a range of contentious and/or non-contentious construction matters.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction contracts, including standard form and bespoke documents. 
• Support construction due diligence exercises in connection with real estate, development and finance transactions.
• Draft and review collateral warranties, professional appointments, consultant appointments, sub-contracts and other ancillary project documentation.
• Advise clients on live construction projects, including contractual interpretation, risk management, project delivery issues and dispute avoidance strategies.
• Assist with contentious construction matters, including adjudication, arbitration, litigation and Technology and Construction Court proceedings, as required.
• Undertake legal research and prepare clear, commercially focused advice and briefing notes for clients and colleagues.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, lenders, agents, solicitors and other project stakeholders.
• Work closely with colleagues across the Real Estate, Real Estate Finance, Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial, and other specialist teams to deliver integrated legal advice.
• Assist with business development and networking activities.
• Take an active role in your ongoing professional development, technical learning and achievement of billing and performance objectives.