OUR CLIENT A global engineering business THE ROLE We have a new opportunity for a Solicitor with a construction / engineering /commercial contracts background to join a well established in house legal team The work will include:- Advising on and reviewing consultancy and sub-consultancy agreements, warranties, joint venture agreements, and teaming agreements Developing, and implementing, systems and procedures to enhance efficiency of the Commercial and Legal Team and the company as a whole. THE CANDIDATE You will ideally have a background in construction/engineering, however candidates with a general commercial contracts background are welcome to apply You will be a Solicitor with 2 - 5 PQE, looking to make an in house career move to an exciting and fast growing global business The role offers flexible working arrangements with 1 day per week in the office Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
OUR CLIENT A global engineering business THE ROLE We have a new opportunity for a Solicitor with a construction / engineering /commercial contracts background to join a well established in house legal team The work will include:- Advising on and reviewing consultancy and sub-consultancy agreements, warranties, joint venture agreements, and teaming agreements Developing, and implementing, systems and procedures to enhance efficiency of the Commercial and Legal Team and the company as a whole. THE CANDIDATE You will ideally have a background in construction/engineering, however candidates with a general commercial contracts background are welcome to apply You will be a Solicitor with 2 - 5 PQE, looking to make an in house career move to an exciting and fast growing global business The role offers flexible working arrangements with 1 day per week in the office Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
About Our Client This is a large commercial construction firm that operates across the UK. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, the company is a leader in the property industry and boasts a diverse portfolio of high-value projects. Job Description As a construction solicitor you will be; Reviewing and drafting construction contracts, specifically JCT contracts. Providing legal advice on construction-related matters. Managing disputes and resolutions within the construction realm. Staying current with changes in construction law. Providing training to the construction team on legal matters. The Successful Applicant A successful Construction Solicitor should have/be: A professional qualification as a solicitor in the UK. Proven experience in construction law. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. What's on Offer Opportunities for professional development and training. A supportive, inclusive work environment. An exciting opportunity to work in the property industry. The chance to work on a diverse portfolio of construction projects. We encourage all qualified candidates in the property and construction industries to apply for this exciting role in our legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career as a Construction Solicitor.
Apr 21, 2024
Full time
About Our Client This is a large commercial construction firm that operates across the UK. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, the company is a leader in the property industry and boasts a diverse portfolio of high-value projects. Job Description As a construction solicitor you will be; Reviewing and drafting construction contracts, specifically JCT contracts. Providing legal advice on construction-related matters. Managing disputes and resolutions within the construction realm. Staying current with changes in construction law. Providing training to the construction team on legal matters. The Successful Applicant A successful Construction Solicitor should have/be: A professional qualification as a solicitor in the UK. Proven experience in construction law. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. What's on Offer Opportunities for professional development and training. A supportive, inclusive work environment. An exciting opportunity to work in the property industry. The chance to work on a diverse portfolio of construction projects. We encourage all qualified candidates in the property and construction industries to apply for this exciting role in our legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career as a Construction Solicitor.
THE FIRM A central London law firm THE ROLE Construction law solicitor with non-contentious, transactional experience with at least 1PQE in the practice area (no limit on PQE at present). ABOUT YOU The successful candidate must have specific experience in JCT contracts, warranties, joint ventures, developments, property contracts, forward funding agreements and transactions with interaction between the property owner, constructers and third parties, i.e. social housing, energy centres, etc. They must also have a detailed working understanding of development agreements. The role is to support the lead partner in the team to continue to develop the growing department/team. Salary commensurate with experience. Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
THE FIRM A central London law firm THE ROLE Construction law solicitor with non-contentious, transactional experience with at least 1PQE in the practice area (no limit on PQE at present). ABOUT YOU The successful candidate must have specific experience in JCT contracts, warranties, joint ventures, developments, property contracts, forward funding agreements and transactions with interaction between the property owner, constructers and third parties, i.e. social housing, energy centres, etc. They must also have a detailed working understanding of development agreements. The role is to support the lead partner in the team to continue to develop the growing department/team. Salary commensurate with experience. Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
A 5 PQE + Construction Law Solicitor is wanted for a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a London based Top 200 law firm. Applications are invited from motivated and ambitious Solicitors with upwards of 5 years Construction Contracts and Procurement experience acquired in a busy cross sector working environment. Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience and know how. The successful Construction Law Solicitor will join a busy ranked team in the London office, and manage a varied and often complex caseload orientated around national, public and private construction projects. You will hit the ground running, inter alia, negotiating, drafting and reviewing construction contracts, procurement agreements, warranties and guarantees. Applications are invited from motivated and ambitious Construction Law Solicitors who are keen to build out their career in a busy working environment that is demonstrating some resilience in the challenging economic environment. The successful candidate will possess upwards of 5 years PQE acquired in a good law firm, and a good working knowledge of the standard suite of contracts that is associated with UK based Construction and Construction procurement. The opportunity is ideal for London based candidates and those who are looking to relocate to the city. UK legal experience is essential. A super London based Construction Law opportunity with salary negotiable and dependent on experience.Contact or connect with Jonathan Nolan, Director and Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment ext. 11042. Or apply through the vacancy for immediate feedback and consideration.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
A 5 PQE + Construction Law Solicitor is wanted for a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a London based Top 200 law firm. Applications are invited from motivated and ambitious Solicitors with upwards of 5 years Construction Contracts and Procurement experience acquired in a busy cross sector working environment. Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience and know how. The successful Construction Law Solicitor will join a busy ranked team in the London office, and manage a varied and often complex caseload orientated around national, public and private construction projects. You will hit the ground running, inter alia, negotiating, drafting and reviewing construction contracts, procurement agreements, warranties and guarantees. Applications are invited from motivated and ambitious Construction Law Solicitors who are keen to build out their career in a busy working environment that is demonstrating some resilience in the challenging economic environment. The successful candidate will possess upwards of 5 years PQE acquired in a good law firm, and a good working knowledge of the standard suite of contracts that is associated with UK based Construction and Construction procurement. The opportunity is ideal for London based candidates and those who are looking to relocate to the city. UK legal experience is essential. A super London based Construction Law opportunity with salary negotiable and dependent on experience.Contact or connect with Jonathan Nolan, Director and Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment ext. 11042. Or apply through the vacancy for immediate feedback and consideration.
Permanent opportunity for Graduate Building Surveyor Graduate Building Surveyor Permanent opportunity for Graduate Building Surveyor at multi disciplinary surveying consultancy in Lancashire Your new company You will be working for an award winning multi disciplinary Property and Construction Consultancy based in Lancashire that offers expert advice to the public and private sectors. They are a well established firm offering a variety of services in Building Surveying and Project Management. Their Building Surveying team cover a diverse spread of work across all types of property including commercial, industrial, educational and domestic houses. They have built up a strong specialism in the educational sector and have a large client base of schools, academies and colleges. Other key clients include blue chip companies, local authorities, commercial property clients, property developers, solicitors, housing associations and private individuals Your new role As a Graduate Surveyor, you would be working alongside an experienced team of Chartered Surveyors to provide a full range of professional Building Surveying services including defect diagnosis, project management, contract administration, schedules of condition, dilapidations, party wall matters etc What you'll need to succeed You will have a BSc in Building Surveying Ideally you will have a minimum of 12 months Building Surveying experience, however new graduates without experience will be considered What you'll get in return A salary of £25,000- £35,000 dependent on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Professional fees paid APC support Hybrid working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Permanent opportunity for Graduate Building Surveyor Graduate Building Surveyor Permanent opportunity for Graduate Building Surveyor at multi disciplinary surveying consultancy in Lancashire Your new company You will be working for an award winning multi disciplinary Property and Construction Consultancy based in Lancashire that offers expert advice to the public and private sectors. They are a well established firm offering a variety of services in Building Surveying and Project Management. Their Building Surveying team cover a diverse spread of work across all types of property including commercial, industrial, educational and domestic houses. They have built up a strong specialism in the educational sector and have a large client base of schools, academies and colleges. Other key clients include blue chip companies, local authorities, commercial property clients, property developers, solicitors, housing associations and private individuals Your new role As a Graduate Surveyor, you would be working alongside an experienced team of Chartered Surveyors to provide a full range of professional Building Surveying services including defect diagnosis, project management, contract administration, schedules of condition, dilapidations, party wall matters etc What you'll need to succeed You will have a BSc in Building Surveying Ideally you will have a minimum of 12 months Building Surveying experience, however new graduates without experience will be considered What you'll get in return A salary of £25,000- £35,000 dependent on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Professional fees paid APC support Hybrid working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Legal 200 firm in Central London seeks a talented Contentious Construction Solicitor with 4+ years' PQE. Our client, a Legal 500 practice in London, is seeking to employ a solicitor specialising in contentious construction matters. The successful candidate will be mostly assisting registered providers, building contractors and construction professionals, whilst ensuring excellent client care at all times. To put you forward for this position, we require your ideal salary and location and notice period. Responsibilities Handling own caseload of contentious construction matters Advising on all aspects of construction contracts Drafting submissions for adjudication and arbitration proceedings Technology and Construction Court proceedings Liaising with clients and other professionals Preparing seminars and contributing to publications Business development The Candidate Solicitors with at least 3 years' PQE in construction matters Previous experience in both, contentious and non-contentious matters is essential Is self-motivated and has enthusiasm for business development Has a strong academic background, with at least a 2:1 at degree level Postgraduate course in construction law is advantageous Familiar with Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996, the Scheme for Construction Contracts (England and Wales) Regulations 1998 and the Civil Procedure Rules Has excellent communication skills, commercially aware and proactive IT proficient The Firm A highly regarded practice headquartered in the City, our client offers a full range of legal services to business and individual clients based both locally and further afield. Recognising that their employees are their greatest asset, they aim to attract and retain the best talent, offering an open and supportive working environment and exposure to a high-quality varied workload. This commitment has resulted in them building a team of experts who are passionate about their field and dedicated to excellent client care. Achieving numerous coveted accreditations and commendations including within the Legal 200, they are well placed to continue on an upwards trajectory.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Legal 200 firm in Central London seeks a talented Contentious Construction Solicitor with 4+ years' PQE. Our client, a Legal 500 practice in London, is seeking to employ a solicitor specialising in contentious construction matters. The successful candidate will be mostly assisting registered providers, building contractors and construction professionals, whilst ensuring excellent client care at all times. To put you forward for this position, we require your ideal salary and location and notice period. Responsibilities Handling own caseload of contentious construction matters Advising on all aspects of construction contracts Drafting submissions for adjudication and arbitration proceedings Technology and Construction Court proceedings Liaising with clients and other professionals Preparing seminars and contributing to publications Business development The Candidate Solicitors with at least 3 years' PQE in construction matters Previous experience in both, contentious and non-contentious matters is essential Is self-motivated and has enthusiasm for business development Has a strong academic background, with at least a 2:1 at degree level Postgraduate course in construction law is advantageous Familiar with Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996, the Scheme for Construction Contracts (England and Wales) Regulations 1998 and the Civil Procedure Rules Has excellent communication skills, commercially aware and proactive IT proficient The Firm A highly regarded practice headquartered in the City, our client offers a full range of legal services to business and individual clients based both locally and further afield. Recognising that their employees are their greatest asset, they aim to attract and retain the best talent, offering an open and supportive working environment and exposure to a high-quality varied workload. This commitment has resulted in them building a team of experts who are passionate about their field and dedicated to excellent client care. Achieving numerous coveted accreditations and commendations including within the Legal 200, they are well placed to continue on an upwards trajectory.
About Ashtons: Ashtons is an independent Estate Agency practice, founded over 40 years ago. Driven by meaningful service and performance values, Ashtons has become the unique entity it is today. The group provides first class Estate Agency, Letting Agency and New Homes in Harpenden, Welwyn Garden City, Berkhamsted, Hitchin and St Albans. Outlying rural areas are dealt with through our specialist Village & Country office in Redbourn and second Village & Rural department at Welwyn Garden City. At Ashtons, everyone is treated as an individual from the day we first meet them, to the day we hand over the keys to their new home. We strive to cater for specific needs - nothing is classed as standard and nothing is left to chance. Exemplary service sits naturally alongside unrivalled performance. We have strength and depth with over 120 enthusiastic and professionally minded people, who contribute daily to the success of our brand throughout Hertfordshire We have been recognised by the Sunday Times for 4 consecutive years in their Best 100 Medium Companies to Work For list, being proud recipients of 1st place in the Property Sectors best company to work for in the UK. We were gold and silver medal winners at The Times/Sunday Times Estate Agent of the Year awards, East of England, for Sales and Lettings respectively. We have also held the Investors in People accreditation for over 10 years. The role: Substantial, continued investment is contributing to Ashtons success and growth, with our Land & New Homes Department a significant component of this. We are recruiting for a New Home Sales Associate to be based on site in St Albans. This is a brand new development which is due to launch in June and will consist of 9 apartments and 23 houses. The successful candidate will be a proactive, energised team player who will have several years' experience managing a new homes site in and around the Hertfordshire area. It is vital that this individual can represent the developer in enhancing their brand and offer a great customer experience. A proven track record is essential, and ideally, this individual will be used to working on high-end developments and dealing with affluent buyers. Applicant's skill set Meeting and greeting buyers, showcasing the developer and development. Undertake viewings. Providing viewing feedback to the developer and being present for site meetings with the construction and marketing teams. Make valuable contributions towards the marketing of the site. Undertake local market SWOT analysis and become fully versed in the local market. Contacting applicants by telephone, email and post to book viewings of properties available on-site and building meaningful relationships and maintaining regular contact. Be familiar with the reservation process, helping buyers make choices and the issuing of CMLs. Be proficient in excel and be used to working with a developer-led CRM. Negotiate sales on behalf of clients, confirming applicant status, financial arrangements and ability to proceed. Progress sales in accordance with prescribed service standards, aiming for a recommendation rate of 98% from post-completion client questionnaires. Building and maintaining positive relationships with the client, buyers, mortgage brokers and solicitors both face to face and on the telephone. Pro-active, regular updates to clients and purchasers at the point of sale at least weekly if not more frequently. Make full use of marketing material available. Be used to working under pressure to meet deadlines and hitting financial year targets. Observe confidentiality and operate within the Data Protection Act with all times. Be social media savvy and engage with the developer's marketing team to deliver current and meaningful campaigns. Remuneration: £30,000 basic + competitive commission scheme (OTE £44,400) Hours: Thursday to Monday - 10.00am to 5.00pm (35 hours per week) 14 month contract Annual Leave: 28 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
About Ashtons: Ashtons is an independent Estate Agency practice, founded over 40 years ago. Driven by meaningful service and performance values, Ashtons has become the unique entity it is today. The group provides first class Estate Agency, Letting Agency and New Homes in Harpenden, Welwyn Garden City, Berkhamsted, Hitchin and St Albans. Outlying rural areas are dealt with through our specialist Village & Country office in Redbourn and second Village & Rural department at Welwyn Garden City. At Ashtons, everyone is treated as an individual from the day we first meet them, to the day we hand over the keys to their new home. We strive to cater for specific needs - nothing is classed as standard and nothing is left to chance. Exemplary service sits naturally alongside unrivalled performance. We have strength and depth with over 120 enthusiastic and professionally minded people, who contribute daily to the success of our brand throughout Hertfordshire We have been recognised by the Sunday Times for 4 consecutive years in their Best 100 Medium Companies to Work For list, being proud recipients of 1st place in the Property Sectors best company to work for in the UK. We were gold and silver medal winners at The Times/Sunday Times Estate Agent of the Year awards, East of England, for Sales and Lettings respectively. We have also held the Investors in People accreditation for over 10 years. The role: Substantial, continued investment is contributing to Ashtons success and growth, with our Land & New Homes Department a significant component of this. We are recruiting for a New Home Sales Associate to be based on site in St Albans. This is a brand new development which is due to launch in June and will consist of 9 apartments and 23 houses. The successful candidate will be a proactive, energised team player who will have several years' experience managing a new homes site in and around the Hertfordshire area. It is vital that this individual can represent the developer in enhancing their brand and offer a great customer experience. A proven track record is essential, and ideally, this individual will be used to working on high-end developments and dealing with affluent buyers. Applicant's skill set Meeting and greeting buyers, showcasing the developer and development. Undertake viewings. Providing viewing feedback to the developer and being present for site meetings with the construction and marketing teams. Make valuable contributions towards the marketing of the site. Undertake local market SWOT analysis and become fully versed in the local market. Contacting applicants by telephone, email and post to book viewings of properties available on-site and building meaningful relationships and maintaining regular contact. Be familiar with the reservation process, helping buyers make choices and the issuing of CMLs. Be proficient in excel and be used to working with a developer-led CRM. Negotiate sales on behalf of clients, confirming applicant status, financial arrangements and ability to proceed. Progress sales in accordance with prescribed service standards, aiming for a recommendation rate of 98% from post-completion client questionnaires. Building and maintaining positive relationships with the client, buyers, mortgage brokers and solicitors both face to face and on the telephone. Pro-active, regular updates to clients and purchasers at the point of sale at least weekly if not more frequently. Make full use of marketing material available. Be used to working under pressure to meet deadlines and hitting financial year targets. Observe confidentiality and operate within the Data Protection Act with all times. Be social media savvy and engage with the developer's marketing team to deliver current and meaningful campaigns. Remuneration: £30,000 basic + competitive commission scheme (OTE £44,400) Hours: Thursday to Monday - 10.00am to 5.00pm (35 hours per week) 14 month contract Annual Leave: 28 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. You will work closely alongside a Who's Who Legal (WWL) recommended delay expert. You will work closely with the expert witness and provide forensic analysis on numerous reports, all the time receiving training and support to develop your skills and capabilities, whilst also working independently and managing your own work. The client's office is in central London and the employer is happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, which will include regular days in the office as well as some home working where appropriate. Responsibilities and Duties Acting as the lead assistant to the expert witness in arbitrations and adjudications. Independently writing expert reports. Acting on behalf of employer and contractor bodies in both international and UK domestic markets. Understand major retrospective and prospective methods of delay analysis and apply them in a robust and effective manner to establish and analyse the nature, cause and extent of critical and non-critical path delays to projects. Desired Skills and Experience Approximately 5 years of experience in this niche industry with a dispute specialist doing delay work, as well as a foundation in planning, engineering or project management. Experience in adjudications, arbitrations and mediations. Experience in using programming software including Primavera and Asta Powerproject. An appreciation of the common methods of delay analysis, as set out in the Society of Construction Law Delay and Disruption Protocol. Ability to forensically investigate and analyse baseline and progress-updated programmes using the industry standard programming software packages, including making appropriate logic changes to the programmes, as necessary, to analyse the nature and extent of both critical and non-critical delay. Ability to conduct methodical, thorough and detailed investigations and analysis (using a range of contemporaneous documents) to establish facts relevant to the nature, extent and causes of delay to all stages of the construction process on a wide range of construction and engineering project types, including (but not limited to) residential & commercial buildings, stadiums, conference centres, power plants, oil & gas related projects, roads & bridges, schools, hospitals, hotels, railways, airports, pharmaceutical & research buildings and marine related projects. High quality of presentational skills, both written and oral. It is essential that all work generated is presented in a clear and structured manner (in the form of chronologies of events, internal file notes and spreadsheets), supported by clear cross-referencing to the relevant documents analysed. This is not only to ensure clear communication during the delay analysis process, but also to produce documents that can be used as appendices to the expert report that will stand up to scrutiny by the opposing party and Tribunal / Court. An appreciation for the time and cost constraints under which expert witness work is carried out. This requires the candidate to manage work delegated to him/her to ensure the timely completion of tasks (to the quality expected) having regard to the overall timescale for the delay analysis dictated by instructing solicitors / clients. The ability to engage with confidence with solicitors and clients. Top candidates will also be able to bring in their own work, and develop business. Qualifications/Educational Requirements A Degree in a relevant construction subject Ideally a Masters degree in Construction Law Employing Company Overview and Profile The hiring company is a small but highly reputable disputes consultancy with WWL recommended Delay and Quantum experts in the business, which proudly offers a different working environment to the larger consultancy firms in the market. They are looking to hire an individual who sees the benefits of working for a smaller business and can embrace it. The candidate may have several options for where to work in central London as well as the possibility of some home working since this employer is flexible with the candidate's work schedules and has a collaborative working environment. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives + Basic salary in the region of £90k-£120k (DOE) + Contribution to the candidate's personal pension plan + Private health insurance cover + Mobile phone + Relevant professional fees paid + Annual discretionary bonus Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position (Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday) Senior Claims Consultant Brisbane, Queensland - Circa AUS$150k-200k Dispute Resolution Consultant Central London - to GBP£75,000 plus Bonus Negotiable DOE Recommend this job to a friend and get a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful matches.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. You will work closely alongside a Who's Who Legal (WWL) recommended delay expert. You will work closely with the expert witness and provide forensic analysis on numerous reports, all the time receiving training and support to develop your skills and capabilities, whilst also working independently and managing your own work. The client's office is in central London and the employer is happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, which will include regular days in the office as well as some home working where appropriate. Responsibilities and Duties Acting as the lead assistant to the expert witness in arbitrations and adjudications. Independently writing expert reports. Acting on behalf of employer and contractor bodies in both international and UK domestic markets. Understand major retrospective and prospective methods of delay analysis and apply them in a robust and effective manner to establish and analyse the nature, cause and extent of critical and non-critical path delays to projects. Desired Skills and Experience Approximately 5 years of experience in this niche industry with a dispute specialist doing delay work, as well as a foundation in planning, engineering or project management. Experience in adjudications, arbitrations and mediations. Experience in using programming software including Primavera and Asta Powerproject. An appreciation of the common methods of delay analysis, as set out in the Society of Construction Law Delay and Disruption Protocol. Ability to forensically investigate and analyse baseline and progress-updated programmes using the industry standard programming software packages, including making appropriate logic changes to the programmes, as necessary, to analyse the nature and extent of both critical and non-critical delay. Ability to conduct methodical, thorough and detailed investigations and analysis (using a range of contemporaneous documents) to establish facts relevant to the nature, extent and causes of delay to all stages of the construction process on a wide range of construction and engineering project types, including (but not limited to) residential & commercial buildings, stadiums, conference centres, power plants, oil & gas related projects, roads & bridges, schools, hospitals, hotels, railways, airports, pharmaceutical & research buildings and marine related projects. High quality of presentational skills, both written and oral. It is essential that all work generated is presented in a clear and structured manner (in the form of chronologies of events, internal file notes and spreadsheets), supported by clear cross-referencing to the relevant documents analysed. This is not only to ensure clear communication during the delay analysis process, but also to produce documents that can be used as appendices to the expert report that will stand up to scrutiny by the opposing party and Tribunal / Court. An appreciation for the time and cost constraints under which expert witness work is carried out. This requires the candidate to manage work delegated to him/her to ensure the timely completion of tasks (to the quality expected) having regard to the overall timescale for the delay analysis dictated by instructing solicitors / clients. The ability to engage with confidence with solicitors and clients. Top candidates will also be able to bring in their own work, and develop business. Qualifications/Educational Requirements A Degree in a relevant construction subject Ideally a Masters degree in Construction Law Employing Company Overview and Profile The hiring company is a small but highly reputable disputes consultancy with WWL recommended Delay and Quantum experts in the business, which proudly offers a different working environment to the larger consultancy firms in the market. They are looking to hire an individual who sees the benefits of working for a smaller business and can embrace it. The candidate may have several options for where to work in central London as well as the possibility of some home working since this employer is flexible with the candidate's work schedules and has a collaborative working environment. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives + Basic salary in the region of £90k-£120k (DOE) + Contribution to the candidate's personal pension plan + Private health insurance cover + Mobile phone + Relevant professional fees paid + Annual discretionary bonus Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position (Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday) Senior Claims Consultant Brisbane, Queensland - Circa AUS$150k-200k Dispute Resolution Consultant Central London - to GBP£75,000 plus Bonus Negotiable DOE Recommend this job to a friend and get a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful matches.
Construction Solicitor (Non-Contentious), 6+ Years PQE, London, up to £115,000 (DOE) - To apply or register your interest, please contact Gemma on or email with your CV and quote job reference 5006. OVERVIEW: • An exciting new opportunity for an ambitious Construction Solicitor to join a highly reputable team. • Applications are sought from Construction Solicitors with a minimum of 6 Years PQE gained with another leading law firm. • The team advise on a variety of construction matters to include, contractual structures, framework agreements, building contracts, professional appointments, novation deeds, collateral warranties and due diligence • You will have exceptional communication skills and work well within a team environment and under pressure. • Hybrid & flexible working options available, 1 day per work in the office. • Competitive remuneration package on offer HOW TO APPLY: Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
Construction Solicitor (Non-Contentious), 6+ Years PQE, London, up to £115,000 (DOE) - To apply or register your interest, please contact Gemma on or email with your CV and quote job reference 5006. OVERVIEW: • An exciting new opportunity for an ambitious Construction Solicitor to join a highly reputable team. • Applications are sought from Construction Solicitors with a minimum of 6 Years PQE gained with another leading law firm. • The team advise on a variety of construction matters to include, contractual structures, framework agreements, building contracts, professional appointments, novation deeds, collateral warranties and due diligence • You will have exceptional communication skills and work well within a team environment and under pressure. • Hybrid & flexible working options available, 1 day per work in the office. • Competitive remuneration package on offer HOW TO APPLY: Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Now is your chance to join one of the fastest growing Construction departments outside of London as a Construction Litigation Solicitor.
Top 100 and Top tier, this firm will have you working alongside nationally renowned legal experts with a growing interest in future energy amongst their established and impressive work with large development coroporations and Real Estate clients.
You will have your chance to contribute to the growth of a National firm where you can be front and centre of strategic planning for the team, and gain exposure
You will move up the ranks and have exposure to their established national client base, their many benefits such as agile working complete autonomy throughout your day; and their modern resources. As well as receiving:
- A market leading salary
- A completely flexible approach to your working structure
- Access to modern and high-quality resources
- Support to climb the ladder and gain further qualifications should you wish
If successful, your responsibilities will range from:
Develop relationships with new clients and strengthen those with existing clients of the firm;
Contribute to growing the team’s presents within the market through strategic planning and business development activitiesYou will have:
A strong academic record and experience from a national or recognised firm
The knowledge and skills to advise on complex matters to clients looking to avoid and/or manage disputes
4+ years experience in Contentious Construction work with adjudication, litigation or ADR experience
Experience as a Qualified Solicitor or Lawyer through C/FILEX
Get control over your working life by having your say in a firm with International reach and nationally acclaimed legal experts.
Apply today with your CV
Questions? Get in touch:
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Feb 03, 2023
Permanent
Now is your chance to join one of the fastest growing Construction departments outside of London as a Construction Litigation Solicitor.
Top 100 and Top tier, this firm will have you working alongside nationally renowned legal experts with a growing interest in future energy amongst their established and impressive work with large development coroporations and Real Estate clients.
You will have your chance to contribute to the growth of a National firm where you can be front and centre of strategic planning for the team, and gain exposure
You will move up the ranks and have exposure to their established national client base, their many benefits such as agile working complete autonomy throughout your day; and their modern resources. As well as receiving:
- A market leading salary
- A completely flexible approach to your working structure
- Access to modern and high-quality resources
- Support to climb the ladder and gain further qualifications should you wish
If successful, your responsibilities will range from:
Develop relationships with new clients and strengthen those with existing clients of the firm;
Contribute to growing the team’s presents within the market through strategic planning and business development activitiesYou will have:
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Job Title Construction Solicitor / Associate Closing Date 28-Dec-2022 Position Full Time - Permanent Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Manchester - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our thriving, national Construction teambased at our Manchester office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 4 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly contentious matters but with the opportunity to be involved in other projects. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 4 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 4 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Solicitor / Associate Closing Date 28-Dec-2022 Position Full Time - Permanent Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Manchester - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our thriving, national Construction teambased at our Manchester office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 4 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly contentious matters but with the opportunity to be involved in other projects. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 4 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 4 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 07-Oct-2022 Position Full Time Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Nottingham - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our national Construction team based in the Midlands at our Nottingham office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly non- contentious matters. You will have the opportunity to supervise and mentor junior members of the team. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in non- contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced in contentious transactions or with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 5 - 6 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on non-contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 07-Oct-2022 Position Full Time Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Nottingham - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our national Construction team based in the Midlands at our Nottingham office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly non- contentious matters. You will have the opportunity to supervise and mentor junior members of the team. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in non- contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced in contentious transactions or with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 5 - 6 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on non-contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
Core Real Estate Associate Team: Real Estate (Core Real Estate), London Reports to: Team Leader Purpose of job We are currently seeking to recruit an Associate with 2+ year post qualification experience in the real estate sector. The Associate will have had a broad range of non-contentious real estate but with a specific skill set relating to corporate real estate and real estate finance transactions. The Associate must have a broad knowledge of real estate as an asset class and would be involved in driving and managing complex and large scale investment transactions and projects for a wide range of clients which include PE houses, funds and debt clients. The firm advises in a way that supports the client's strategic objectives whilst being practical and commercial and we would expect candidates to demonstrate their ability to provide advice in this way. What's in it for you? Our market-leading real estate practice combines key sector knowledge, unparalleled technical ability and a commercial focus, which ensures clients receive the best possible support and guidance. We are consistently ranked number one by the legal directories (Chambers and Legal 500) across all of real estate disciplines with lawyers that are recognised as experts in their fields. Much of the complex work we carry out requires a multi-disciplinary approach and we regularly work closely, with specialisms across the firm in our corporate, finance, tax and risk management functions. We focus on all issues relating to planning, construction and engineering, direct and indirect investment, funds, real estate & property finance, tax, development, securitisation, dispute resolution, environment and regulatory. We advise across not only on the more traditional areas of real estate such as commercial and retail, but also the "alternative" asset classes such as student accommodation, hotels, healthcare, data centres, logistics and build to rent. Clients include: BlackRock, The Crown Estate, Tesco, Great Portland Estates, Heathrow Airport Ltd, Lendlease, Transport for London, 12 of the world's largest Sovereign Wealth Funds, and 50% of the world's largest real estate private equity investors. • Acted on the three largest single asset property deals in the UK: Advised Canary Wharf Group plc and Landsec Group plc on £1.28 billion sale of 20 Fenchurch Street to LKK Health Products Group, advised CC Land on the £1.15 billion acquisition of the Cheesegrater, 122 Leadenhall, from a joint venture between British Land and Oxford Properties, and advised JP Morgan/National Pension Service on the sale of 8 Canada Square, the HSBC Tower to the Qatar Investment Authority for £1.17 billion. • Advising The Crown Estate on the asset management of their prestigious Central London portfolio, valued at £7bn - Regent Street and St James'. We advise on the full range of real estate matters, ranging from temporary lettings to joint venture developments. • Sole real estate adviser to the UK's largest supermarket chain - Tesco. A client of the firm for over 30 years, we are sole adviser to Tesco for real estate legal advice in relation to their portfolio of approximately 2,500 properties across the country, which includes supermarkets, distribution centres, commercial and residential space. • Advising Landsec, one of the UK's largest commercial property companies, on their £2.2bn reinvention of Victoria, delivering offices, high quality apartments, high profile retail and numerous restaurants. The team works across a number of sectors including operational real estate sectors such as BTR/Multi-family, student housing, Hotels, retirement living, data-centres as well as offices, logistics and retail. The team regularly advise on some of the largest transactions in these sectors and are undertaking more cross-border transactions as well. The strength of the development practice is such that the team are involved in some of the most prestigious urban redevelopments across the UK including Paradise Circus in Birmingham as well as Kings Cross. Key responsibilities • Develops specialist expertise and identifies potential legal issues arising outside own practice area • Uses technical skills and knowledge to suggest creative, but practical solutions • Drafts complex documents and consults where appropriate • Manages complex files and multiple workloads, consulting when appropriate • Conducts negotiations and adapts approach to fit client needs • Takes client instructions and has a full understanding of the client's goals • Gives commercially astute advice and demonstrates a thorough understanding of the commercial issues that clients face • Monitors any changes in scope with the client and keeps the partner updated • Manages work demands to ensure that time is available for Firm and practice management activities • Demonstrates a full understanding of how the Firm manages its business to achieve growth and profitability • Generates realistic fee estimates for partner review Key relationships • Partners and Senior Associates Experience and knowledge • Solid experience across the entire real estate sector, gained within a comparable environment to Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Skills and competencies The successful candidate will demonstrate: • Analytical and drafting skills • Flexibility and adaptability, supporting cases across a broad range of legal issues • Commercial focus with a knowledge of key areas of the law and able to provide clear, concise, practical advice • A high level of client contact and responsibility for client matters • The ability to project manage client matters, coordinating fee earners in Real Estate and other departments as required • Delegation and supervisory skills where appropriate • Confidence in front of clients • Clear and concise communication skills • The ability to work independently but also keen to work in a challenging, team-based environment • A willingness and ability to support business development activity, creating and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities Diversity, inclusion and working differently At Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we believe people perform at their best when they can truly be themselves at work. We aim to create an inclusive environment where all our employees are valued, motivated and able to be themselves. In order to provide the best possible service to our diverse client base, we are committed to recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing our people with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, political belief, disability or any other protected characteristic. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a firm with an increasingly flexible workforce and is supportive of flexible working arrangements, tailored to the individual, wherever possible. Please feel free to speak to the Recruitment Team about the flexibility we are offering for this role. Confidentiality Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner ensure all hardcopy and electronic materials containing confidential information are securely stored and accessible only to those authorised to view such content. Agencies Please note: we will not accept speculative CVs sent to hiring managers or partners via email. We can only accept CVs sent via the portal from agencies that have agreed terms of business with the Recruitment team. For further information, contact . Disclosure As a regulated firm of solicitors, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is required to undertake appropriate vetting of staff. In addition to completion, by applicants who accept a job offer, of a regulatory questionnaire, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner uses a specialist provider to undertake professional verification and background checks (including through electronic data sources, and directly with employers and professional bodies/regulators) on our behalf. We will also undertake certain verifications ourselves. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner adopts a risk-based approach to its vetting procedures, which are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with IT, legal and regulatory obligations. For further details, please see our recruitment website
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Core Real Estate Associate Team: Real Estate (Core Real Estate), London Reports to: Team Leader Purpose of job We are currently seeking to recruit an Associate with 2+ year post qualification experience in the real estate sector. The Associate will have had a broad range of non-contentious real estate but with a specific skill set relating to corporate real estate and real estate finance transactions. The Associate must have a broad knowledge of real estate as an asset class and would be involved in driving and managing complex and large scale investment transactions and projects for a wide range of clients which include PE houses, funds and debt clients. The firm advises in a way that supports the client's strategic objectives whilst being practical and commercial and we would expect candidates to demonstrate their ability to provide advice in this way. What's in it for you? Our market-leading real estate practice combines key sector knowledge, unparalleled technical ability and a commercial focus, which ensures clients receive the best possible support and guidance. We are consistently ranked number one by the legal directories (Chambers and Legal 500) across all of real estate disciplines with lawyers that are recognised as experts in their fields. Much of the complex work we carry out requires a multi-disciplinary approach and we regularly work closely, with specialisms across the firm in our corporate, finance, tax and risk management functions. We focus on all issues relating to planning, construction and engineering, direct and indirect investment, funds, real estate & property finance, tax, development, securitisation, dispute resolution, environment and regulatory. We advise across not only on the more traditional areas of real estate such as commercial and retail, but also the "alternative" asset classes such as student accommodation, hotels, healthcare, data centres, logistics and build to rent. Clients include: BlackRock, The Crown Estate, Tesco, Great Portland Estates, Heathrow Airport Ltd, Lendlease, Transport for London, 12 of the world's largest Sovereign Wealth Funds, and 50% of the world's largest real estate private equity investors. • Acted on the three largest single asset property deals in the UK: Advised Canary Wharf Group plc and Landsec Group plc on £1.28 billion sale of 20 Fenchurch Street to LKK Health Products Group, advised CC Land on the £1.15 billion acquisition of the Cheesegrater, 122 Leadenhall, from a joint venture between British Land and Oxford Properties, and advised JP Morgan/National Pension Service on the sale of 8 Canada Square, the HSBC Tower to the Qatar Investment Authority for £1.17 billion. • Advising The Crown Estate on the asset management of their prestigious Central London portfolio, valued at £7bn - Regent Street and St James'. We advise on the full range of real estate matters, ranging from temporary lettings to joint venture developments. • Sole real estate adviser to the UK's largest supermarket chain - Tesco. A client of the firm for over 30 years, we are sole adviser to Tesco for real estate legal advice in relation to their portfolio of approximately 2,500 properties across the country, which includes supermarkets, distribution centres, commercial and residential space. • Advising Landsec, one of the UK's largest commercial property companies, on their £2.2bn reinvention of Victoria, delivering offices, high quality apartments, high profile retail and numerous restaurants. The team works across a number of sectors including operational real estate sectors such as BTR/Multi-family, student housing, Hotels, retirement living, data-centres as well as offices, logistics and retail. The team regularly advise on some of the largest transactions in these sectors and are undertaking more cross-border transactions as well. The strength of the development practice is such that the team are involved in some of the most prestigious urban redevelopments across the UK including Paradise Circus in Birmingham as well as Kings Cross. Key responsibilities • Develops specialist expertise and identifies potential legal issues arising outside own practice area • Uses technical skills and knowledge to suggest creative, but practical solutions • Drafts complex documents and consults where appropriate • Manages complex files and multiple workloads, consulting when appropriate • Conducts negotiations and adapts approach to fit client needs • Takes client instructions and has a full understanding of the client's goals • Gives commercially astute advice and demonstrates a thorough understanding of the commercial issues that clients face • Monitors any changes in scope with the client and keeps the partner updated • Manages work demands to ensure that time is available for Firm and practice management activities • Demonstrates a full understanding of how the Firm manages its business to achieve growth and profitability • Generates realistic fee estimates for partner review Key relationships • Partners and Senior Associates Experience and knowledge • Solid experience across the entire real estate sector, gained within a comparable environment to Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Skills and competencies The successful candidate will demonstrate: • Analytical and drafting skills • Flexibility and adaptability, supporting cases across a broad range of legal issues • Commercial focus with a knowledge of key areas of the law and able to provide clear, concise, practical advice • A high level of client contact and responsibility for client matters • The ability to project manage client matters, coordinating fee earners in Real Estate and other departments as required • Delegation and supervisory skills where appropriate • Confidence in front of clients • Clear and concise communication skills • The ability to work independently but also keen to work in a challenging, team-based environment • A willingness and ability to support business development activity, creating and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities Diversity, inclusion and working differently At Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we believe people perform at their best when they can truly be themselves at work. We aim to create an inclusive environment where all our employees are valued, motivated and able to be themselves. In order to provide the best possible service to our diverse client base, we are committed to recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing our people with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, political belief, disability or any other protected characteristic. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a firm with an increasingly flexible workforce and is supportive of flexible working arrangements, tailored to the individual, wherever possible. Please feel free to speak to the Recruitment Team about the flexibility we are offering for this role. Confidentiality Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner ensure all hardcopy and electronic materials containing confidential information are securely stored and accessible only to those authorised to view such content. Agencies Please note: we will not accept speculative CVs sent to hiring managers or partners via email. We can only accept CVs sent via the portal from agencies that have agreed terms of business with the Recruitment team. For further information, contact . Disclosure As a regulated firm of solicitors, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is required to undertake appropriate vetting of staff. In addition to completion, by applicants who accept a job offer, of a regulatory questionnaire, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner uses a specialist provider to undertake professional verification and background checks (including through electronic data sources, and directly with employers and professional bodies/regulators) on our behalf. We will also undertake certain verifications ourselves. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner adopts a risk-based approach to its vetting procedures, which are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with IT, legal and regulatory obligations. For further details, please see our recruitment website
Construction Associate, non-contentious Team: Commercial Construction & Engineering (UK) Reports to: Commercial Construction & Engineering Partners (UK) Purpose of job To work as an associate in Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner's market-leading commercial construction team, providing clients with specialist, tailored advice on a wide range of projects and transactions. The commercial construction team has a strong and well-established client base of its own and is not reliant on being solely a support team for other teams. That said, we work closely with teams from across BCLP. In addition to working with the wider real estate department, we regularly work with lawyers from our corporate, finance, litigation and tax teams. What's in it for you? Our team is one of the largest commercial construction-focused teams in the City, with 24 specialist commercial construction lawyers advising a range of clients on some of the UK's most high profile development and infrastructure projects. Ranked as a Tier 1 team in the legal directories for over 14 years, our team has been involved in some of the biggest, most complex and high profile projects including: the Bloomberg Building, 20 Fenchurch Street (the Walkie Talkie), Chelsea Barracks, the Cheesegrater, the Paddington Cube and the Nova Building. Our clients include The Crown Estate, Landsec, Grosvenor, Qatari Diar, Canary Wharf, GPE, Thames Water, Schroders, Bloomberg and Pembroke. You will join an ambitious and dynamic team, working on some of the most high profile projects for an unparalleled client list. The role is ideal for an ambitious candidate seeking to further their career. You will join an extremely successful team with excellent prospects for career progression. You will be part of a team advising on projects across a range of sectors for clients of the highest calibre. Key responsibilities You will: • Draft and negotiate on a wide range of construction documents; • Act as the main point of contact for a number of clients; • Deliver high standards of work, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are kept informed; • Delegate work as appropriate to junior members of the team; • Contribute to group pitches and the publication of articles. • Contribute to team training and know how. • Draft and negotiate a number of contracts across various suites of standard forms, including JCT and NEC. • Draft and negotiate bespoke consultant appointments. • Advise in connection with agreements for lease. • Advise in connection with the construction aspects of facility agreements. • Advise in connection with the construction aspects of corporate SPAs. • Advise clients in regulated environments i.e. Rail, healthcare Key relationships Partners and Associates in the Commercial Construction & Engineering team as well as the wider real estate team and the construction disputes team. Experience and knowledge A broad range of in-depth real estate non-contentious construction and engineering at a similar practice. Skills and competencies • You will have already gained significant experience within a leading Commercial Construction & Engineering team. • You will have a good understanding of key real estate and construction and engineering concepts and an appreciation and awareness of the real estate market. • You will be able to draft and negotiate contracts and also have a good working knowledge of the provisions of construction and engineering documents and broader real estate transaction documents such as agreements for lease development agreements, facility agreements. • You will be able to demonstrate excellent client service skills and want to work as a team player in a collegiate environment. We are looking for someone who is relaxed and appropriately confident in front of clients, but knowledgeable enough to know when to seek additional support. • You will be highly motivated and able to work independently where appropriate. Diversity, inclusion and working differently At Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we believe people perform at their best when they can truly be themselves at work. We aim to create an inclusive environment where all our employees are valued, motivated and able to be themselves. In order to provide the best possible service to our diverse client base, we are committed to recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing our people with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, political belief, disability or any other protected characteristic. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a firm with an increasingly flexible workforce and is supportive of flexible working arrangements, tailored to the individual, wherever possible. Please feel free to speak to the Resourcing Team about the flexibility we are offering for this role. Confidentiality Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner will ensure all hardcopy and electronic materials containing confidential information are securely stored and accessible only to those authorised to view such content. Disclosure As a regulated firm of solicitors, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is required to undertake appropriate vetting of staff. In addition to completion, by applicants who accept a job offer, of a regulatory questionnaire, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner uses a specialist provider to undertake professional verification and background checks (including through electronic data sources, and directly with employers and professional bodies/regulators) on our behalf. We will also undertake certain verifications ourselves. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner adopts a risk-based approach to its vetting procedures, which are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with IT, legal and regulatory obligations. For further details, please see our recruitment website
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Construction Associate, non-contentious Team: Commercial Construction & Engineering (UK) Reports to: Commercial Construction & Engineering Partners (UK) Purpose of job To work as an associate in Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner's market-leading commercial construction team, providing clients with specialist, tailored advice on a wide range of projects and transactions. The commercial construction team has a strong and well-established client base of its own and is not reliant on being solely a support team for other teams. That said, we work closely with teams from across BCLP. In addition to working with the wider real estate department, we regularly work with lawyers from our corporate, finance, litigation and tax teams. What's in it for you? Our team is one of the largest commercial construction-focused teams in the City, with 24 specialist commercial construction lawyers advising a range of clients on some of the UK's most high profile development and infrastructure projects. Ranked as a Tier 1 team in the legal directories for over 14 years, our team has been involved in some of the biggest, most complex and high profile projects including: the Bloomberg Building, 20 Fenchurch Street (the Walkie Talkie), Chelsea Barracks, the Cheesegrater, the Paddington Cube and the Nova Building. Our clients include The Crown Estate, Landsec, Grosvenor, Qatari Diar, Canary Wharf, GPE, Thames Water, Schroders, Bloomberg and Pembroke. You will join an ambitious and dynamic team, working on some of the most high profile projects for an unparalleled client list. The role is ideal for an ambitious candidate seeking to further their career. You will join an extremely successful team with excellent prospects for career progression. You will be part of a team advising on projects across a range of sectors for clients of the highest calibre. Key responsibilities You will: • Draft and negotiate on a wide range of construction documents; • Act as the main point of contact for a number of clients; • Deliver high standards of work, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are kept informed; • Delegate work as appropriate to junior members of the team; • Contribute to group pitches and the publication of articles. • Contribute to team training and know how. • Draft and negotiate a number of contracts across various suites of standard forms, including JCT and NEC. • Draft and negotiate bespoke consultant appointments. • Advise in connection with agreements for lease. • Advise in connection with the construction aspects of facility agreements. • Advise in connection with the construction aspects of corporate SPAs. • Advise clients in regulated environments i.e. Rail, healthcare Key relationships Partners and Associates in the Commercial Construction & Engineering team as well as the wider real estate team and the construction disputes team. Experience and knowledge A broad range of in-depth real estate non-contentious construction and engineering at a similar practice. Skills and competencies • You will have already gained significant experience within a leading Commercial Construction & Engineering team. • You will have a good understanding of key real estate and construction and engineering concepts and an appreciation and awareness of the real estate market. • You will be able to draft and negotiate contracts and also have a good working knowledge of the provisions of construction and engineering documents and broader real estate transaction documents such as agreements for lease development agreements, facility agreements. • You will be able to demonstrate excellent client service skills and want to work as a team player in a collegiate environment. We are looking for someone who is relaxed and appropriately confident in front of clients, but knowledgeable enough to know when to seek additional support. • You will be highly motivated and able to work independently where appropriate. Diversity, inclusion and working differently At Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we believe people perform at their best when they can truly be themselves at work. We aim to create an inclusive environment where all our employees are valued, motivated and able to be themselves. In order to provide the best possible service to our diverse client base, we are committed to recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing our people with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, political belief, disability or any other protected characteristic. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a firm with an increasingly flexible workforce and is supportive of flexible working arrangements, tailored to the individual, wherever possible. Please feel free to speak to the Resourcing Team about the flexibility we are offering for this role. Confidentiality Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner will ensure all hardcopy and electronic materials containing confidential information are securely stored and accessible only to those authorised to view such content. Disclosure As a regulated firm of solicitors, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is required to undertake appropriate vetting of staff. In addition to completion, by applicants who accept a job offer, of a regulatory questionnaire, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner uses a specialist provider to undertake professional verification and background checks (including through electronic data sources, and directly with employers and professional bodies/regulators) on our behalf. We will also undertake certain verifications ourselves. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner adopts a risk-based approach to its vetting procedures, which are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with IT, legal and regulatory obligations. For further details, please see our recruitment website
Job Title Construction Disputes Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Construction Disputes Job Location Bristol; London Role Lawyers Description "They have been pragmatic and proactive in proposing strategic advice....very friendly team effort." - Chambers & Partners Due to continued strategic growth and high client demand we are looking for two Associates to join our highly regarded Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic practice that has enjoyed significant growth over recent years. Based in either our London or Bristol office, you will have the chance to work with and learn from every member of the cross-office team, with exposure to the full spectrum of contentious construction and engineering matters handled by the service line. We encourage each member of the team to build client relationships from the outset with a structured career path, goals and objectives at every level. You will be joining a successful firm with a collegiate and supportive culture, which makes it a rewarding place to work. The practice Our team is based across our offices in London and Bristol, working closely together on matters. The group has a first rate domestic client base and continues to develop an international reputation. We act for investors, developers and contractors with a keen focus and strategy based on our core industry sectors that link all of our service delivery together for our clients. In this team that is primarily through Energy & Utilities, The Built Environment and Mobility & Infrastructure. We have traditionally acted for blue chip companies, Government entities, utilities, rail operators, property developers, contractors, professionals and private individuals. For example, we are on the Engie and Siemens panels for construction work, with other key clients and relationships including WPD, M&G Real Estate, Balfour Beatty and Civitas Living, BDW, Octopus Renewables, Vistry, Innogy, UK Power Networks and Centrica. Other key areas of expertise include handling disputes arising out of major projects (including PFI) both in the UK and internationally and managing project risk through the construction and operation phases of a wide variety of assets types. Find more about our Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk practice using this link: The team Led by Rob Horne, Partner and also International Head of the Mobility and Infrastructure Sector, the team is made up of 22 fee earners. Rob is based in London and the team there is currently made up of 1 further Partner, 2 Associate Directors, 4 Senior Associates, 4 Associates, a Trainee Solicitor and a Paralegal / Project Manager. In Bristol there are currently 3 Associate Directors, 3 Associates, and 2 Paralegals. The team is incredibly close knit and collegiate. Being truly integrated, the office any individual is associated with is never a bar to being involved in any of the work undertaken. There are no specific reporting lines, everyone is encouraged and has the opportunity to work with as many people as possible, on as many different matters as possible. What we are looking for Technical skills and experience - Delivering advice to our clients isn't just about explaining the law, it is about providing practical solutions focused advice that combines exceptional technical legal expertise with a thorough understanding of the client's business and industry, from pouring concrete and erecting steelwork to negotiating final accounts and understanding defects. We are looking for candidates with a good grounding in contentious construction matters, with excellent technical skills and a good understanding of construction issues. We expect everyone in the team to apply their technical skills to more than just billable work, some track record of involvement in BD activities is preferable as well as a keen interest in developing BD skills. We have a structured programme to develop these skills and your involvement in wider BD activities. Proactivity and enthusiasm - As important as technical skills, we are looking for individuals with the drive and enthusiasm to make the most of every opportunity they are presented with. Proactivity is an essential quality of all members of the team. There is always something new to learn and we expect the team to proactively keep abreast of legal issues, client news, our key sectors and relevant technical issues. This is not a role for anyone looking for the same sort of work day in day out and a successful candidate will find that challenge exciting. Willingness to learn - We do not expect Associates to know everything. We are an exceptionally supportive team that pushes and helps each other to learn as much as possible from our work. To succeed, you will need an open mind ready to take on guidance as well as a willingness to put your hand up to learn everything you can about an industry everyone in the team is passionate about and excited to be involved with. Due to the nature of the work and structure of the team, we are looking to appoint Associate-level candidates, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress both on a firm wide basis and specifically within the team; • high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; • thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; • robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and • reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Disputes Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Construction Disputes Job Location Bristol; London Role Lawyers Description "They have been pragmatic and proactive in proposing strategic advice....very friendly team effort." - Chambers & Partners Due to continued strategic growth and high client demand we are looking for two Associates to join our highly regarded Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic practice that has enjoyed significant growth over recent years. Based in either our London or Bristol office, you will have the chance to work with and learn from every member of the cross-office team, with exposure to the full spectrum of contentious construction and engineering matters handled by the service line. We encourage each member of the team to build client relationships from the outset with a structured career path, goals and objectives at every level. You will be joining a successful firm with a collegiate and supportive culture, which makes it a rewarding place to work. The practice Our team is based across our offices in London and Bristol, working closely together on matters. The group has a first rate domestic client base and continues to develop an international reputation. We act for investors, developers and contractors with a keen focus and strategy based on our core industry sectors that link all of our service delivery together for our clients. In this team that is primarily through Energy & Utilities, The Built Environment and Mobility & Infrastructure. We have traditionally acted for blue chip companies, Government entities, utilities, rail operators, property developers, contractors, professionals and private individuals. For example, we are on the Engie and Siemens panels for construction work, with other key clients and relationships including WPD, M&G Real Estate, Balfour Beatty and Civitas Living, BDW, Octopus Renewables, Vistry, Innogy, UK Power Networks and Centrica. Other key areas of expertise include handling disputes arising out of major projects (including PFI) both in the UK and internationally and managing project risk through the construction and operation phases of a wide variety of assets types. Find more about our Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk practice using this link: The team Led by Rob Horne, Partner and also International Head of the Mobility and Infrastructure Sector, the team is made up of 22 fee earners. Rob is based in London and the team there is currently made up of 1 further Partner, 2 Associate Directors, 4 Senior Associates, 4 Associates, a Trainee Solicitor and a Paralegal / Project Manager. In Bristol there are currently 3 Associate Directors, 3 Associates, and 2 Paralegals. The team is incredibly close knit and collegiate. Being truly integrated, the office any individual is associated with is never a bar to being involved in any of the work undertaken. There are no specific reporting lines, everyone is encouraged and has the opportunity to work with as many people as possible, on as many different matters as possible. What we are looking for Technical skills and experience - Delivering advice to our clients isn't just about explaining the law, it is about providing practical solutions focused advice that combines exceptional technical legal expertise with a thorough understanding of the client's business and industry, from pouring concrete and erecting steelwork to negotiating final accounts and understanding defects. We are looking for candidates with a good grounding in contentious construction matters, with excellent technical skills and a good understanding of construction issues. We expect everyone in the team to apply their technical skills to more than just billable work, some track record of involvement in BD activities is preferable as well as a keen interest in developing BD skills. We have a structured programme to develop these skills and your involvement in wider BD activities. Proactivity and enthusiasm - As important as technical skills, we are looking for individuals with the drive and enthusiasm to make the most of every opportunity they are presented with. Proactivity is an essential quality of all members of the team. There is always something new to learn and we expect the team to proactively keep abreast of legal issues, client news, our key sectors and relevant technical issues. This is not a role for anyone looking for the same sort of work day in day out and a successful candidate will find that challenge exciting. Willingness to learn - We do not expect Associates to know everything. We are an exceptionally supportive team that pushes and helps each other to learn as much as possible from our work. To succeed, you will need an open mind ready to take on guidance as well as a willingness to put your hand up to learn everything you can about an industry everyone in the team is passionate about and excited to be involved with. Due to the nature of the work and structure of the team, we are looking to appoint Associate-level candidates, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress both on a firm wide basis and specifically within the team; • high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; • thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; • robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and • reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Projects Job Location Bristol Role Lawyers Description We are looking for enthusiastic and ambitious solicitors at associate level to join our highly regarded national non-contentious construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected team with a wide variety of interesting work and clients and a real opportunity to grow and develop your own practice. The practice Our non-contentious construction practice is truly comprehensive in scope and features leading work on a national scale. We advise on nationally important infrastructure projects, such as energy generation (primarily through renewable sources), regeneration and iconic development projects, mixed use and residential development, commercial and logistics projects and major retail developments. Our work ranges from initial procurement advice, legal project management, through to negotiating complex construction procurement agreements, whether bespoke or based on the myriad of industry standard forms commonly used in the UK, and whether leading or working alongside other advisers. We also work closely with our contentious construction, major projects, renewables, commercial real estate and banking and project finance teams. Given Osborne Clarke's broader strategic focus on the impact of decarbonisation, urbanisation and digitalisation on our Firm-wide sector focus areas, we foresee significant growth of the non-contentious construction work stream. In particular we would love to hear from candidates with an interest in and experience of the following areas: Energy, Renewables and Power - we have one of the most renowned renewables teams in the UK. Our construction team is central to the sector and our work comprises solar, wind, EfW, Biomass, AD, CHP, MRF, inter-connector, battery storage projects. PFI/PPP projects - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including student accommodation, social infrastructure, defence and transport and infrastructure projects. General UK domestic development work - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including commercial offices, hotels, retail, residential and mixed use and industrial. We advise clients across a number of sectors who are leaders in their fields, including GLP, U+I plc, Foresight, Greystar, St Modwen Developments, Fiera Real Estate, Barratt and David Wilson Homes, Taylor Wimpey, InfraRed, Vistry Group, Octopus, Equitix, WPD, Downing, WPD. The team The team is led by partners Phil Davies, Carl Thompson and Alexandra Gower and is based across our Bristol & London offices. It is made up of a team of associate directors, senior associates, associates and paralegals. Technical skills and experience You will have gained experience of a wide range of non-contentious construction matters at a well-respected practice. You will be highly motivated and interested in getting involved in a broad range of work working on different project types and across different sectors. You will have recently worked advising on construction matters in relation to one or more of our key sectors and be committed in relation to the ongoing growth of our sector expertise. For our energy and utilities sector, a good working knowledge of the FIDIC, IChemE and MF/1 standard forms of contract along with the ability to work with, and negotiate, bespoke contract terms is necessary. Due to the structure of the team we are looking for an Associate level lawyer, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress; high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits . For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on . At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Projects Job Location Bristol Role Lawyers Description We are looking for enthusiastic and ambitious solicitors at associate level to join our highly regarded national non-contentious construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected team with a wide variety of interesting work and clients and a real opportunity to grow and develop your own practice. The practice Our non-contentious construction practice is truly comprehensive in scope and features leading work on a national scale. We advise on nationally important infrastructure projects, such as energy generation (primarily through renewable sources), regeneration and iconic development projects, mixed use and residential development, commercial and logistics projects and major retail developments. Our work ranges from initial procurement advice, legal project management, through to negotiating complex construction procurement agreements, whether bespoke or based on the myriad of industry standard forms commonly used in the UK, and whether leading or working alongside other advisers. We also work closely with our contentious construction, major projects, renewables, commercial real estate and banking and project finance teams. Given Osborne Clarke's broader strategic focus on the impact of decarbonisation, urbanisation and digitalisation on our Firm-wide sector focus areas, we foresee significant growth of the non-contentious construction work stream. In particular we would love to hear from candidates with an interest in and experience of the following areas: Energy, Renewables and Power - we have one of the most renowned renewables teams in the UK. Our construction team is central to the sector and our work comprises solar, wind, EfW, Biomass, AD, CHP, MRF, inter-connector, battery storage projects. PFI/PPP projects - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including student accommodation, social infrastructure, defence and transport and infrastructure projects. General UK domestic development work - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including commercial offices, hotels, retail, residential and mixed use and industrial. We advise clients across a number of sectors who are leaders in their fields, including GLP, U+I plc, Foresight, Greystar, St Modwen Developments, Fiera Real Estate, Barratt and David Wilson Homes, Taylor Wimpey, InfraRed, Vistry Group, Octopus, Equitix, WPD, Downing, WPD. The team The team is led by partners Phil Davies, Carl Thompson and Alexandra Gower and is based across our Bristol & London offices. It is made up of a team of associate directors, senior associates, associates and paralegals. Technical skills and experience You will have gained experience of a wide range of non-contentious construction matters at a well-respected practice. You will be highly motivated and interested in getting involved in a broad range of work working on different project types and across different sectors. You will have recently worked advising on construction matters in relation to one or more of our key sectors and be committed in relation to the ongoing growth of our sector expertise. For our energy and utilities sector, a good working knowledge of the FIDIC, IChemE and MF/1 standard forms of contract along with the ability to work with, and negotiate, bespoke contract terms is necessary. Due to the structure of the team we are looking for an Associate level lawyer, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress; high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits . For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on . At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
NQ Solicitor / Associate - Construction, Engineering & Projects Forming an integral part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team, you will support the team in providing excellent legal services, including both contentious and non-contentious construction law work. The team is a full-service providing transactional advice through to dispute avoidance/resolution advice relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally. The team mainly acts for commercial clients across a wide range of business sectors with a particular emphasis on real estate developers, property investment companies, contractors, sub-contractors and major engineering consultancies as well as port development and firms operating in the renewables sector. You will become a part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team advising on a wide range of legal services, from transactional advice, relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally through to dispute avoidance/resolution. Core dispute avoidance/resolution services include advising on all forms of dispute resolution (adjudication / arbitration / litigation / mediation / expert determination), giving strategic advice to clients to ensure that their dispute is resolvedas cost-effectively as possible, whilst maintaining the best possible outcome. Person specification • Be an England and Wales qualified solicitor (NQ) or be due to qualify by September 2021. • Be confident to work autonomously and as part of a team • Demonstrate excellent time management skills • Be organised and capable of running a significant number of files and work matters simultaneously • Have the ability to develop effective working relations at all levels • Be confident in both verbal and written communication with a diverse range of clients • Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile Competencies required • Client Service • Technical Ability • Interpersonal skills • Delivery focus This is a full-time role, including agile working. Origin Legal is handling a number of Construction Solicitor vacancies throughout the South of England. If you are a Solicitor looking to consider your options then please do get in touch for a confidential discussion. Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
Sep 06, 2022
Full time
NQ Solicitor / Associate - Construction, Engineering & Projects Forming an integral part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team, you will support the team in providing excellent legal services, including both contentious and non-contentious construction law work. The team is a full-service providing transactional advice through to dispute avoidance/resolution advice relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally. The team mainly acts for commercial clients across a wide range of business sectors with a particular emphasis on real estate developers, property investment companies, contractors, sub-contractors and major engineering consultancies as well as port development and firms operating in the renewables sector. You will become a part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team advising on a wide range of legal services, from transactional advice, relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally through to dispute avoidance/resolution. Core dispute avoidance/resolution services include advising on all forms of dispute resolution (adjudication / arbitration / litigation / mediation / expert determination), giving strategic advice to clients to ensure that their dispute is resolvedas cost-effectively as possible, whilst maintaining the best possible outcome. Person specification • Be an England and Wales qualified solicitor (NQ) or be due to qualify by September 2021. • Be confident to work autonomously and as part of a team • Demonstrate excellent time management skills • Be organised and capable of running a significant number of files and work matters simultaneously • Have the ability to develop effective working relations at all levels • Be confident in both verbal and written communication with a diverse range of clients • Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile Competencies required • Client Service • Technical Ability • Interpersonal skills • Delivery focus This is a full-time role, including agile working. Origin Legal is handling a number of Construction Solicitor vacancies throughout the South of England. If you are a Solicitor looking to consider your options then please do get in touch for a confidential discussion. Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
Company Info
Our clients pride themselves on both quality of service and the results they achieve for their clients and for the specialist property services we provide. Businesses and individuals come to them because of their long-established reputation for our friendly, knowledgeable and professional service.
They offer in-depth local knowledge and a national profile as expert chartered surveyors and have been established with over 260 years in the property market. They provide bespoke service to clients and are committed to ensuring desired outcomes with a a modern, forward thinking approach to property matters.
Job Purpose
To carry out Valuations for residential and commercial properties including developments and investment work. Working from our client’s office in Watford and/or St Albans, with work load centred on the Hertfordshire and North London area. Hybrid working (part office/part work from home) is available post initial training period.
Valuations required for private clients, investors, banks, lenders and solicitors and the work mainly entails Homebuyer and Building Surveys
Candidate Requirements:
Chartered Surveyor and Registered Valuer with minimum of 2 years post qualification experience, those with considerably longer experience would be welcomed.
Valuers with experience in either or both commercial and residential sectors.
Experience of commercial and residential property valuation in Hertfordshire and North London is advantageous
Valuation software and RICS valuation standards knowledge required
Ability and experience to carry out Homebuyer and Building Surveys
Must be able to work as part of a team but also under own initiative and manage your own workload
Knowledge of Q Mobile reporting system a benefit but training available
General IT skills to utilise data bases and work though reports etc.
Strong analytical abilities and efficient working methods.
Good people and communication skills.
Team player seeking a working environment were their work will be rewarded and appreciated with a flexible approach and strong work life balance.
Required Qualifications: RICS Chartered Surveyor
Mar 25, 2022
Permanent
Company Info
Our clients pride themselves on both quality of service and the results they achieve for their clients and for the specialist property services we provide. Businesses and individuals come to them because of their long-established reputation for our friendly, knowledgeable and professional service.
They offer in-depth local knowledge and a national profile as expert chartered surveyors and have been established with over 260 years in the property market. They provide bespoke service to clients and are committed to ensuring desired outcomes with a a modern, forward thinking approach to property matters.
Job Purpose
To carry out Valuations for residential and commercial properties including developments and investment work. Working from our client’s office in Watford and/or St Albans, with work load centred on the Hertfordshire and North London area. Hybrid working (part office/part work from home) is available post initial training period.
Valuations required for private clients, investors, banks, lenders and solicitors and the work mainly entails Homebuyer and Building Surveys
Candidate Requirements:
Chartered Surveyor and Registered Valuer with minimum of 2 years post qualification experience, those with considerably longer experience would be welcomed.
Valuers with experience in either or both commercial and residential sectors.
Experience of commercial and residential property valuation in Hertfordshire and North London is advantageous
Valuation software and RICS valuation standards knowledge required
Ability and experience to carry out Homebuyer and Building Surveys
Must be able to work as part of a team but also under own initiative and manage your own workload
Knowledge of Q Mobile reporting system a benefit but training available
General IT skills to utilise data bases and work though reports etc.
Strong analytical abilities and efficient working methods.
Good people and communication skills.
Team player seeking a working environment were their work will be rewarded and appreciated with a flexible approach and strong work life balance.
Required Qualifications: RICS Chartered Surveyor
Legal Counsel Up to £75,000
Curtain Walling & Envelope facades
London
Our client is one of the leading building envelope specialists in the UK, a worldwide leading contractor in the engineering, project management, manufacturing and installation of architectural envelopes and interior systems. They are looking to strengthen their Operations team with the appointment of a Construction Law specialist to join the Legal team.
With an extensive portfolio of works including commercial and residential projects with typical contracts varying from £10 through to £30 million, they seek a key member of the operations team, although the individual is likely to have a Commercial and Quantity Surveying background. This Legal Counsel position requires excellent communication skills. The main focus will be reviewing legal contracts.
The ideal Legal Counsel will have gained in the region of 5 years PQ experience working in a suitable construction company and ideally possess c 3 years legal experience as a minimum, and exceptional organisational, analytic and interpersonal skills.
This demanding position requires someone who possesses excellent communication skills who can hit the ground running.
Applications would be welcomed from both qualified solicitors and construction professionals who have specialised in construction law.
Required Attributes and Experience
To succeed, you will need to possess substantial construction experience coupled with a sharp commercial acumen and relish working closely at the forefront of the business, to carry out all contractual and legal work as required in relation to the preparation, review, tendering, negotiation and agreement of contracts with clients, suppliers, sub-contractors and third parties. Also:
Provide legal and contractual advice and support to project managers, members of their teams, and officers within the Group
Assist the Risk and Legal Department Manager and Group Risk Management and Legal Department to procure, administer and review all insurance covers relevant to the Group in the UK
Procure, liaise with and supervise external lawyers and contract and claims consultants
Negotiate contracts with lawyers and commercial executives from other parties,
Have a good working knowledge (including relevant qualifications) of contract law and/or construction law
Have good experience in negotiating contracts within the construction industry, including at design and build sub-contractor level
Be a good team player but also able to work independently on contracts
The salary will be dependant on level of exposure to industry and can go beyond the stated level. Bonus and additional benefits also make up the package. The group are a recognised performer in industry within the sector in which they operate
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
Legal Counsel Up to £75,000
Curtain Walling & Envelope facades
London
Our client is one of the leading building envelope specialists in the UK, a worldwide leading contractor in the engineering, project management, manufacturing and installation of architectural envelopes and interior systems. They are looking to strengthen their Operations team with the appointment of a Construction Law specialist to join the Legal team.
With an extensive portfolio of works including commercial and residential projects with typical contracts varying from £10 through to £30 million, they seek a key member of the operations team, although the individual is likely to have a Commercial and Quantity Surveying background. This Legal Counsel position requires excellent communication skills. The main focus will be reviewing legal contracts.
The ideal Legal Counsel will have gained in the region of 5 years PQ experience working in a suitable construction company and ideally possess c 3 years legal experience as a minimum, and exceptional organisational, analytic and interpersonal skills.
This demanding position requires someone who possesses excellent communication skills who can hit the ground running.
Applications would be welcomed from both qualified solicitors and construction professionals who have specialised in construction law.
Required Attributes and Experience
To succeed, you will need to possess substantial construction experience coupled with a sharp commercial acumen and relish working closely at the forefront of the business, to carry out all contractual and legal work as required in relation to the preparation, review, tendering, negotiation and agreement of contracts with clients, suppliers, sub-contractors and third parties. Also:
Provide legal and contractual advice and support to project managers, members of their teams, and officers within the Group
Assist the Risk and Legal Department Manager and Group Risk Management and Legal Department to procure, administer and review all insurance covers relevant to the Group in the UK
Procure, liaise with and supervise external lawyers and contract and claims consultants
Negotiate contracts with lawyers and commercial executives from other parties,
Have a good working knowledge (including relevant qualifications) of contract law and/or construction law
Have good experience in negotiating contracts within the construction industry, including at design and build sub-contractor level
Be a good team player but also able to work independently on contracts
The salary will be dependant on level of exposure to industry and can go beyond the stated level. Bonus and additional benefits also make up the package. The group are a recognised performer in industry within the sector in which they operate
Legal Counsel Up to £75,000
Curtain Walling & Envelope facades
London
Our client is one of the leading building envelope specialists in the UK, a worldwide leading contractor in the engineering, project management, manufacturing and installation of architectural envelopes and interior systems. They are looking to strengthen their Operations team with the appointment of a Construction Law specialist to join the Legal team.
With an extensive portfolio of works including commercial and residential projects with typical contracts varying from £10 through to £30 million, they seek a key member of the operations team, although the individual is likely to have a Commercial and Quantity Surveying background. This Legal Counsel position requires excellent communication skills. The main focus will be reviewing legal contracts.
The ideal Legal Counsel will have gained in the region of 5 years PQ experience working in a suitable construction company and ideally possess c 3 years legal experience as a minimum, and exceptional organisational, analytic and interpersonal skills.
This demanding position requires someone who possesses excellent communication skills who can hit the ground running.
Applications would be welcomed from both qualified solicitors and construction professionals who have specialised in construction law.
Required Attributes and Experience
To succeed, you will need to possess substantial construction experience coupled with a sharp commercial acumen and relish working closely at the forefront of the business, to carry out all contractual and legal work as required in relation to the preparation, review, tendering, negotiation and agreement of contracts with clients, suppliers, sub-contractors and third parties. Also:
Provide legal and contractual advice and support to project managers, members of their teams, and officers within the Group
Assist the Risk and Legal Department Manager and Group Risk Management and Legal Department to procure, administer and review all insurance covers relevant to the Group in the UK
Procure, liaise with and supervise external lawyers and contract and claims consultants
Negotiate contracts with lawyers and commercial executives from other parties,
Have a good working knowledge (including relevant qualifications) of contract law and/or construction law
Have good experience in negotiating contracts within the construction industry, including at design and build sub-contractor level
Be a good team player but also able to work independently on contracts
The salary will be dependant on level of exposure to industry and can go beyond the stated level. Bonus and additional benefits also make up the package. The group are a recognised performer in industry within the sector in which they operate
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
Legal Counsel Up to £75,000
Curtain Walling & Envelope facades
London
Our client is one of the leading building envelope specialists in the UK, a worldwide leading contractor in the engineering, project management, manufacturing and installation of architectural envelopes and interior systems. They are looking to strengthen their Operations team with the appointment of a Construction Law specialist to join the Legal team.
With an extensive portfolio of works including commercial and residential projects with typical contracts varying from £10 through to £30 million, they seek a key member of the operations team, although the individual is likely to have a Commercial and Quantity Surveying background. This Legal Counsel position requires excellent communication skills. The main focus will be reviewing legal contracts.
The ideal Legal Counsel will have gained in the region of 5 years PQ experience working in a suitable construction company and ideally possess c 3 years legal experience as a minimum, and exceptional organisational, analytic and interpersonal skills.
This demanding position requires someone who possesses excellent communication skills who can hit the ground running.
Applications would be welcomed from both qualified solicitors and construction professionals who have specialised in construction law.
Required Attributes and Experience
To succeed, you will need to possess substantial construction experience coupled with a sharp commercial acumen and relish working closely at the forefront of the business, to carry out all contractual and legal work as required in relation to the preparation, review, tendering, negotiation and agreement of contracts with clients, suppliers, sub-contractors and third parties. Also:
Provide legal and contractual advice and support to project managers, members of their teams, and officers within the Group
Assist the Risk and Legal Department Manager and Group Risk Management and Legal Department to procure, administer and review all insurance covers relevant to the Group in the UK
Procure, liaise with and supervise external lawyers and contract and claims consultants
Negotiate contracts with lawyers and commercial executives from other parties,
Have a good working knowledge (including relevant qualifications) of contract law and/or construction law
Have good experience in negotiating contracts within the construction industry, including at design and build sub-contractor level
Be a good team player but also able to work independently on contracts
The salary will be dependant on level of exposure to industry and can go beyond the stated level. Bonus and additional benefits also make up the package. The group are a recognised performer in industry within the sector in which they operate