Associate - Non-Contentious Construction

Construction isn't just part of our business – it's at the very core of what we do. Our multi-award-winning construction practice stands as an undisputed leader in the construction legal field, seamlessly navigating landmark national infrastructure projects and complex regeneration deals that span the globe, wherever our clients' ambitions take them.

We deliver a comprehensive 'cradle-to-grave' service encompassing all contentious and non-contentious construction and engineering matters. From initial project structuring and procurement strategy to contract negotiation, joint ventures and development agreements, we're supported by specialist expertise across employment, energy, property and tax. Our contentious work extends beyond traditional dispute resolution – we provide proactive project management support throughout project lifecycles, identifying and resolving potential issues before they escalate into formal disputes. When litigation becomes unavoidable, we excel in adjudication, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.

Our seamless integration with market-leading colleagues in real estate, tax, planning, procurement, energy and sustainability creates a powerhouse of legal excellence, commercial insight and an exceptional track record built on deep construction industry expertise. Our team's excellence is recognised through numerous rankings as leading practitioners by Chambers UK and the Legal 500.

Where you'll work

Our specialist construction lawyers in Birmingham provide top quality advice to an enviable client base, across the full range of contentions and non-contentious matters. Our clients are developers, contractors, Registered Providers and public sector bodies. We work closely with our colleagues in our other UK offices in order to ensure that we meet the needs of our clients, and the size of our national construction team stands comparative with any other UK law firm and enables us to advise on a range of major projects nationwide. That said, we remain fiercely committed to our region and are justifiably proud of the work that we do on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the Midlands and nationally. We are looking for high quality construction lawyers who have a passion for and a pride in their local regions, who share our ambition and want to be part of our continued success story both nationally and locally.

You can expect to be involved in non-contentious construction work which may include risk management advice on construction contracts, and you may work with our procurement colleagues on procuring construction projects

What you'll be doing

• Advising clients including regional and national contractors and developers, local and central government departments, registered providers operating in the commercial / private and public sectors.
• Providing construction related procurement advice to public sector clients.
• Advising on all aspects of development through design and construction.
• Advising on asset management contracts and maintenance contracts.
• Advising on decarbonisation projects including SHDF and HUG funded schemes
• Advising on infrastructure projects
• Advising a wide range of publicly funded housing organisations on development schemes and asset management arrangements.
• Providing construction due diligence support to the real estate, corporate and banking teams on acquisitions and disposals.
• Building and maintaining effective client relationships.
• Active participation in marketing initiatives.

What you'll need

The firm has a Career Development Framework which sets out the competencies we expect of those at the Associate grade. In particular for this role we require:

• Proven ability to take on responsibility and manage files, independently where appropriate;
• Qualified solicitor with at least 3-5 years' experience in construction
• Exceptional technical legal skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Unwavering client focus with a track record of superior service delivery
• Sharp commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities
• Natural credibility and gravitas in client-facing situations
• Methodical, disciplined and highly organised approach to complex matters
• Outstanding communication skills across all mediums and audiences

Join a team where your expertise shapes the future of construction law. At Trowers & Hamlins, you'll benefit from structured career development, mentorship from industry leaders, and the opportunity to work on market-defining projects whilst building your reputation as a construction law expert in a supportive, ambitious environment.

If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on [email protected]