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Job Title
Associate - Non-contentious Construction
Department
Role
Associate
Job Location
London
Description
Our construction practice acts for a broad range of clients - from
public bodies and major developers to purchasers and contractors - and
a wide variety of projects. We have the expertise to help companies in
this sector successfully manage risk through effective project management.
Our construction team provides expert advice on all aspects of
construction law from the inception of a project through to
completion. We undertake both contentious and non-contentious work,
acting for a broad range of clients including public bodies, major
developers, funding institutions, consultants, contractors, potential
purchasers and tenants.
We advise clients on a wide variety of projects including power
stations, roads, railways, defence and infrastructure projects,
office, retail and residential projects, headquarters and factory
premises and retail park developments.
We focus on the following key areas:
The preparation and negotiation of the terms of construction
documentation including tenders, letters of intent, main contracts,
sub-contracts, consultants appointments and collateral warranties
whether standard or project-specific
Drafting of performance bonds, guarantees and insurance arrangements
PFI, PPP, BOOT, partnering contracts and EPC contracts
Dispute resolution by adjudication, arbitration or litigation
Advice on EC and other public procurement issues.
What we are looking for:
A talented and ambitious lawyer with around 2 to 4 years' post
qualified experience gained within a city or national firm;
Non-contentious Construction expertise, to include experience in
negotiation of construction contracts (including standard amendments
to JCT contracts), negotiation of appointments and warranties,
construction due diligence as part of real estate acquisition,
disposal and development transactions, construction input into real
estate finance transactions, input into the negotiation of
development agreements and, ideally, experience dealing with EPCs
A pro-active and commercial approach along with a 'one team'
mentality; and
An intelligent lawyer with a strong academic record, along with
excellent communication skills.
Here at Simmons & Simmons:
We believe our people define us. Our working environment is
genuinely collegiate with a supportive atmosphere and team ethos -
we have a reputation for being a friendly culture which we are very
proud of. An inclusive and diverse culture, our innovative approach
and being truly international are just a few more things that make
us, us.
Competitive Offer Package including bonus's dependant on
role/level, private medical insurance & pension contribution
to name a few.
Our global skills academy provides our people - regardless of
their role and location - with the best learning opportunities the
firm has to offer (including podcasts, short videos, live
workshops and practical learning experiences).
Dress 'for your day' Code.
Hybrid working approach of 2 days a week required in the office
with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.
A wide range of international offices including: Hong Kong;
Dubai; Tokyo; Dublin; Milan; Bristol; Madrid; Singapore.
All offices have their own artwork collections - with a Damien
Hurst and a Tracey Emin in the London office. We have a long
standing history in supporting the art community especially up and
coming artists.
The creation of Simmons & Simmons Solutions - bringing
together the best legal advice from our established legal teams
with non-traditional capabilities that enhance, expand and
differentiate the Simmons offering.
Top 50 Employer for Social Mobility in the Social Mobility
Employer Index 2021 (we have received this award five times).
We have Social and Sport Committees contributing to Xmas &
Summer parties, end of month social and various sporting events.
We also have a range of Diversity Network Groups including
LGBT+, Emerge (Race & Ethnicity) and The Number One Club
(Women's network) who have organised various talks and events firmwide.
If you are interested in finding out more about this position then
please contact the Recruitment Team with any questions. To apply for
the role please click on the link at the bottom of the page/visit
the career pages on our website, where there is also a detailed job description.
