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Construction SolicitorDandara • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Construction Solicitor

Construction Solicitor

Dandara • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Join one of the UK's leading property developers

Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.

Are you a Construction Solicitor looking to move in-house or continue developing your career within a commercial, fast-paced environment?


At Dandara, we're looking for a talented solicitor with around two years' post-qualification experience to join our growing Legal team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of residential and build to rent developments across the UK.


Working alongside an experienced Head of Legal and an established in-house legal team, you'll become a trusted legal adviser to the business, supporting projects from land acquisition through to construction and completion.


If you're looking for genuine responsibility, excellent mentoring and exposure to high-quality development work without the pressures of private practice billing targets, we'd love to hear from you.


What you'll be doing


You'll provide commercially focused legal advice across a wide range of construction and development matters, supporting colleagues across Construction, Commercial, Technical, Land, Sales and Operations.


Your work will include:




  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction documentation including:


    • Building contracts



  • Consultant appointments



Collateral warranties



Parent company guarantees



Performance bonds



Novation agreements



Deeds of variation and assignment



Letters of reliance



Related construction and development documentation




Advising project teams on legal and commercial risks associated with live developments.



Supporting land acquisitions and disposals by reviewing construction documentation and responding to legal enquiries.



Working closely with external solicitors on specialist construction matters.



Assisting with affordable housing, infrastructure and wider development arrangements where construction issues arise.



Helping to improve legal templates, processes and guidance across the business.



Providing practical legal advice that enables projects to progress efficiently while managing risk.



Keeping up to date with changes in construction law and building safety legislation.



What we're looking for


We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and becoming part of the commercial decision-making process.


You'll ideally have:




  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.



Around 2 years' PQE (applications from those with slightly more or less experience are welcomed).



Experience in construction law gained within private practice or an in-house legal team.



Experience drafting and negotiating construction documentation.



Strong commercial awareness and the ability to explain complex legal issues in a practical way.



Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.



Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.



It would be great if you also have




  • Experience acting for developers, housebuilders or contractors.



Knowledge of JCT contracts and associated construction documentation.



Experience supporting residential development projects.



Exposure to construction due diligence on acquisitions and disposals.



Previous in-house experience or a genuine desire to move in-house.



An understanding of building safety legislation and development delivery.



Why Dandara?


Dandara is one of the UK's most respected independent property developers, delivering high-quality homes, Build to Rent communities and regeneration projects across the UK.


Joining our Legal team means you'll:




  • Work on high-profile, complex residential developments.



Enjoy genuine variety across construction, development and commercial legal work.



Be supported by experienced in-house lawyers committed to your development.



Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the business.



Develop a long-term in-house legal career with excellent progression opportunities.



Enjoy a collaborative culture where legal is seen as a valued commercial partner.



What we offer


In return, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:




  • Competitive salary per annum depending on experience



Discretionary bonus



33 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)



Private Medical Insurance



Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)



Health Hero digital GP and Health Assured Wisdom App



Competitive parental leave



3x salary life assurance (option to increase to 4x)



Cycle to Work scheme



Employer-matched pension up to 5%



Flexible benefits including shopping vouchers, airport parking, and reduced gym memberships



Ready to build your career with Dandara?


If you're looking for an opportunity to work on exciting residential developments while developing your career within a highly regarded in-house legal team, we'd love to hear from you.


Important note for Recruitment Agencies


Please do not send, by any means, unsolicited Resumes (i) in response to any of our roles, (ii) to any of our employees or any person engaged by us, or (iii) to any of our regional businesses, including our head office. Any unsolicited Resumes received by us shall be deemed to be our property.


Any candidate submitted to us by an Agency via an unsolicited Resume shall be deemed to have been referred by that Agency free of commission, fee or any other charge (Fees). xwwtmva We are not liable for any Fees relating to the engagement of any person resulting from an unsolicited Resume.



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