A Central London firm is looking for a construction and development finance solicitor to work at their office located a short walk from Liverpool Street Underground Station. Ideally, they are looking for a solicitor with between 3 and 7 years' PQE in non-contentious construction law and/or real estate finance. There will be scope for hybrid working with plenty of remote working but some weekly office attendance will be required.
Key requirements for this role are experience in the following:
Candidate Requirements
·Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
·Ideally 3-7 years' PQE with a strong background in non-contentious construction law and/or real estate finance
·Experience in property development finance and construction-related documentation
·Experience acting for lenders on development funding and secured lending transactions
·Sound technical knowledge with strong commercial and financial awareness
·Confident communicator with excellent drafting and negotiation skills
·Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing deadlines effectively
·Strong client-handling skills with a commercial, business-focused mindset
Key Responsibilities
The role will include (but not be limited to):
·Acting primarily for lenders funding property development and construction projects
·Advising on the construction package underpinning property developments
·Advising on associated finance and security arrangements
·Reviewing and negotiating construction contracts, professional appointments and collateral warranties
·Identifying and advising on construction-related risks from a lender's perspective
·Managing matters with a high degree of autonomy
·Providing clear, commercial, and solution-focused advice to clients
·Liaising directly with lender clients and other professional advisers
·Supporting the development of the firm's offering across construction, development finance and secured lending
·Maintaining excellent client service standards and building long-term client relationships
·Contributing to business development initiatives and the wider growth of the department
·Ensuring compliance with SRA, AML, and internal regulatory requirements
What the Firm Offers
·Competitive remuneration, with salaries starting from £70,000 for solicitors with 3-5 years' PQE and £80,000 for those with 5-7 years' PQE, depending on experience
·Benefits including private health insurance and life insurance
·Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing team
·High-quality specialist work for a strong and diverse client base
·A supportive, collegiate, and commercially focused working environment
The role will be full-time and permanent.