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Newly/recently qualified Construction Lawyer – Essex

Originlegal
CompanyOriginlegal
CategoryLegal & Compliance
LocationEssex
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelNot stated
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen2 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified10 Aug 2026
SourceThe employer's own careers page (company_site)
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Description
If you are looking for something different, dislike large law firms with high targets and long hours, then look no further. Our client are a long established, prestigious Legal 500 rated law firm in the heart of Essex. With top quality work, this forward thinking firm are completely committed to work life balance and flexible working. In addition, they are able to offer fantastic prospects for advancement, top market rate salaries and a bonus scheme based that pays between 10-20% of fees over three times salary. They now wish to add to their already hugely successful construction team, that is both Legal 500 and Chambers recommended. They have an excellent opportunity for a newly or recently qualified lawyer with at least a 6 month construction seat. You will advise their clients on Construction documentation including contracts, sub-contracts, collateral warranties, professional appointments, and bonds. This includes advising on many different standard forms such as JCT and NEC, together with bespoke documentation. Depending on your background you may also advise on disputes or other development work. The firm acts for developers, consultants, main contractors, and specialist subcontractors. The turnover of companies they act for mainly range between £5 million and £25 million. A lot of the work is on commercial buildings and blocks of apartments and they have a good range of core clients who regularly give them repeat work.