Job Description

Job description

To apply for this role, please visit www.bdp.com/careers

Bid Manager

Location:

London, Clerkenwell

Contract:

Full time, Permanent

Hours:

Mon - Fri 9 am-5.30pm (37.5 hours per week), flexible working policy in place, subject to agreement.

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Legal Assistant to join our small but impactful Legal team at our London office. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a challenging and rewarding environment. You will play a crucial role in providing general legal support to the Legal team, with a focus on contract work, compliance, risk management, and legal administration.

About the role

The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and operational support to the Legal team. The role involves assisting with contract review, legal drafting, risk mitigation and legal research.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in law, compliance, and the built environment to grow within a creative and professional setting.

Contract Review and Analysis: Review professional service contracts, NDAs, collateral warranties, and novation agreements, advise on legal and commercial risks, make contractual recommendations.

Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare subconsultants' agreements, NDAs, collateral warranties, deeds of variation, notices, and letters.

Appointment Compliance Support: Assist with pre-appointment compliance processes for suppliers, issue and review competency questionnaires, H&S requirements, request insurance certificates and renewals.

Contract Housekeeping: Proactively review contracts, maintain standard contractual documentation, update progress spreadsheets.

Legal Research: Conduct research on relevant legal issues and keep up to date with the latest legal developments.

Collaboration and Best Practice: Develop good working relationships with colleagues and promote best practice within the team.

About you

Minimum LLB, possibly LPC. We welcome applications from non-practicing Legal Executives.

Previous experience in a legal or compliance role (experience within architecture, construction, or professional services is desirable).

An understanding of contract law. Familiarity with legal terminology and contractual mechanisms.

Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 PSC.

Awareness of the latest developments in the law.

Proficiency in using legal research tools and standard office software applications.

Ability to effectively prioritise workload, manage time efficiently, and remain highly organised.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Collaborative and proactive in supporting the wider team.

Enthusiastic, friendly and a strong team player.

About BDP

BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that's built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.

We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan's Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.

Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we're designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.

We're proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world--one that leaves every place better than we found it.

www.bdp.com

BDP offers

In return, BDP offers a great opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of BDP's skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a great working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement. As BDP undertakes a number of projects which require security clearance, offers may be made subject to achievement of this, where appropriate.

To apply

To apply for the role, please visit the BDP careers page by using the direct link to the vacancy below:

Direct Link to this vacancy: Vacancy details - BDP

You will then need to complete the online application form and attach an up-to-date CV with a cover letter (<400 words) outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements for the above job description.

Please state your salary expectations as part of your application.

BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing, and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly.

BDP is an equal opportunities employer

Strictly no agencies or third party applications please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Canteen Casual dress Childcare Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Private medical insurance Profit sharing Referral programme Sabbatical Sick pay Store discount UK visa sponsorship Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clerkenwell, EC1V 4LJ