Construction Associate (Non-Contentious) - Birmingham

A growing Construction team is seeking an Associate to support existing workflows and contribute to the continued expansion of the practice. The role offers excellent levels of responsibility, exposure to complex and varied instructions, and the chance to develop your career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

You will provide high-quality legal advice to a diverse client base, focusing primarily on non-contentious construction matters. This includes advising on building, construction and engineering projects, interpreting regulations and contractual provisions, and delivering practical, commercially focused solutions. There will also be opportunities to support other practice areas, including providing technical construction expertise to a Professional Indemnity team.

The firm offers a flexible and hybrid working model, a comprehensive benefits package, and a commitment to wellbeing and professional development. You will work collaboratively across disciplines and contribute to business development and marketing initiatives, such as presenting seminars, writing articles, and attending client and industry events.

• Experience working on non-contentious construction matters.
• Strong commercial awareness and a practical, common-sense approach to problem solving.
• Ability to provide clear, pragmatic and commercially focused advice to clients.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build trusted client relationships.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to quickly assimilate complex information.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to tight deadlines.
• A proactive and inquisitive mindset, with a willingness to embrace new challenges and opportunities.
• An interest in business development and networking, including attendance at client, industry and firm events.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to develop strong relationships with colleagues across the firm.