Job Description
In House Construction Lawyer – Hybrid Working
Role Overview
A leading global organisation is seeking an experienced In House Construction Lawyer to lead all contract-related legal activity across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused construction legal professional to join a business that genuinely prioritises its people, culture and long-term career development.
Working closely with senior stakeholders and operational teams, you will play a key role in drafting, negotiating and advising on a broad range of construction and commercial agreements, while helping to protect the business from contractual and commercial risk.
Candidate Profile / Experience Needed
The successful candidate will have strong experience within non-contentious construction law, either from private practice or an in-house environment, with the ability to confidently manage complex contractual matters from instruction through to completion.
Key experience includes:
* Proven experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction and commercial contracts including JCT, NEC, FIDIC and public procurement agreements
* Experience advising on customer and supplier contracts, framework agreements, installation contracts and service agreements
* Strong understanding of contractual risk management and dispute resolution
* Ability to provide commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders
* Knowledge of governance, compliance and GDPR matters
* Experience drafting associated legal documentation including collateral warranties, novation agreements, NDAs, software licences and termination agreements
* Comfortable delivering guidance and training on contractual and legal matters
* A legal qualification is preferred but not essential; however, significant construction contracts experience is essential
This opportunity would suit a Construction Solicitor, Commercial Contracts Lawyer, Legal Counsel or experienced Contract Manager looking to move into, or further develop, their in-house legal career within a large and well-established organisation.
What’s on Offer?
* Salary up to £75,000 per annum DOE
* Hybrid working model. 1-2 days in office, the rest remote
* Company car or car allowance
* Private medical insurance
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Matched pension scheme (5%)
* Life assurance (4x salary)
* Employee referral bonus scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Employee scholarship and ongoing development opportunities
* Health & wellbeing resources
* Discounts and benefits platform
* Supportive, people-first culture within a global organisation
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected international business with a strong reputation for innovation, employee development and operational excellence.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced construction legal professional seeking a varied and commercially focused in-house role within a supportive hybrid working environment, we would love to hear from you.