Job Description

Team overview

Our market‑leading non‑contentious construction team combines deep industry knowledge with legal expertise. Many of our lawyers bring prior sector experience and regularly engage on site, enabling us to provide genuinely practical and commercially grounded advice.

We support clients at every stage of the project lifecycle, including the structuring, negotiation and delivery of construction contracts for some of the most complex developments in the UK and internationally. The team is also recognised for its leading work in:

• Transformation of UK building safety laws and the impact on residential development
• Major mixed‑use and high‑rise schemes
• The growing “brown to green” trend in office refurbishment and retrofit
• Large‑scale ESG‑driven development and regeneration
• Advising on innovative procurement structures and first‑of‑a‑kind project models
• Advising on the delivery of data centres and digital infrastructure projects, acting for developers, operators and institutional investors on technically complex, high‑value schemes in the UK and internationally

You will work closely with market‑leading lawyers who are recognised experts in non‑contentious construction, advising on major development and regeneration projects, funder‑side construction risk, institutional investment mandates and complex contract suites. The team is known for its work on building safety compliance, innovative project structures and large‑scale development schemes across commercial, residential and mixed‑use sectors, as well as significant experience in the design, procurement and delivery of mission‑critical data centre facilities.

The Role

As a Supervising Associate, you will play a central role in delivering strategic, commercially focused advice across a wide range of development and regeneration projects. Working with a diverse client base that includes developers, funders, asset and investment managers, contractors and end users, you will provide practical and forward‑looking guidance throughout the full lifecycle of construction and real estate development matters.

You will advise on the negotiation of construction contracts (including standard JCT amendments), professional appointments and warranties, provide construction due diligence on real estate transactions, and contribute to the negotiation of development agreements. You will support clients in managing construction risk, navigating complex legislative change – including the evolving building safety regime – and ensuring their projects meet both commercial and sustainability goals.

In this role, you will manage your own matters with appropriate supervision, work closely with market‑leading partners and senior lawyers on major UK and international developments, and collaborate with colleagues across Real Estate, Funds, Projects, Finance and Disputes. You will also supervise junior team members, contribute to business development, and play an active part in the continued growth of a nationally integrated, highly regarded practice.

What we’re looking for

• Around 4–6 years’ post‑qualified experience, gained within a leading City, national or regional firm.
• Strong non‑contentious construction expertise, including negotiating construction contracts (with standard JCT amendments), appointments and warranties, providing construction due diligence on real estate transactions, and contributing to the negotiation of development agreements.
• A proactive, commercial and solutions‑driven approach, with a genuine commitment to working collaboratively as part of a “one team” culture.
• Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice to clients.
• A strong academic background and the ability to manage a varied, high‑quality workload with confidence and independence.

Here at Simmons & Simmons

Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.

Key Highlights:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses, private medical insurance, and pension contribution.
• A global skills academy offering extensive learning opportunities for all employees.
• A hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days in-office, subject to role and client needs.
• Integration of traditional legal expertise with innovative Simmons & Simmons Solutions.
• Recognition as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
• Vibrant social and sports committees, as well as art collections featuring renowned artists.
• A Strategic Advisory Council to drive strategic initiatives in line with our mission.

If you're interested in finding out more about this position, please contact the Recruitment Team. To apply for the role, click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page, where there is a detailed job description.