About this role
This permanent Senior Construction Associate role is based in Chelmsford or Basildon with a well-regarded Legal500 law firm, offering £60000 - £75000 per annum. The position involves a mix of contentious and non-contentious construction matters, with the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the department. You will manage and develop a varied caseload, advise clients through research, drafting and negotiations, and supervise and mentor junior team members. Additional responsibilities include supporting file audits, technical guidance and performance development, contributing to business development, and maintaining high standards of compliance and client care.
Job Description
Senior Associate | Construction Law | Chelmsford or Basildon
A well-regarded Legal500 law firm is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Associate to join its established Construction Law team. The role will involve a mix of contentious and non-contentious construction matters, with the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the department.
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload, provide high-quality commercial advice and support the supervision and development of junior lawyers and fee earners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing and developing a varied caseload.
- Advising clients through research, drafting and negotiations.
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members.
- Supporting file audits, technical guidance and performance development.
- Contributing to business development and identifying new opportunities.
- Maintaining high standards of compliance and client care.
- Supporting improvements to systems, efficiency and service delivery.
About You:
You will be a confident senior lawyer with strong technical expertise in construction law or commercial litigation with construction disputes experience. Excellent client care, communication and leadership skills are essential, alongside a proactive and commercially focused approach.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine high-quality client work with supervision, business development and team leadership within a supportive and growing practice.