Senior Construction Associate

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.