As the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), we are searching for an accomplished construction solicitor to play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure programmes: Sizewell C. This is your opportunity to become part of a team shaping the future of clean energy, with a new 3.2-gigawatt power station delivering reliable, low‑carbon electricity to 6 million homes for generations to come.
With substantial experience in construction and major projects, you’ll join an enterprise that unites the expertise of Sizewell C and three global industry leaders – Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O’Rourke – all working together to deliver world‑class results.
In this senior advisory role, you’ll have real impact across every stage of our ambitious project:
Principal Accountabilities, Activities and Decisions
Contractual Advisory & Compliance
* Assist with drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, subcontracts, consultant appointments and NDAs in line with project requirements and goals.
* Work closely with members of the Procurement and Commercial teams to put in place required contracts and subcontracts within required project timescales and to help achieve project goals.
* Ensure compliance with applicable laws, industry regulations, and project‑specific requirements.
* Advise project teams on legal issues, potential risks, and mitigations.
* Assist in developing the CWA’s suite of contracts (to be based on NEC contracts) to be used when procuring works/service from the supply chain.
* Helping to create processes, policies and documentation to help embed key contractual requirements into the day‑to‑day operations of the Civil Works Alliance.
Risk Management & Dispute Resolution
* Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
* Internally manage disputes, claims, and litigation that may arise during the project. Liaison with external counsel as appropriate.
* Serve as a point of contact for dispute resolution processes, collaborating with external counsel as necessary.
Stakeholder Collaboration
* Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Finance, Procurement, Commercial) to ensure legal alignment with business objectives.
* Work with external stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and government agencies, to manage contractual relationships effectively.
Documentation & Record Management
* Oversee the preparation, documentation, and storage of all legal agreements and correspondences.
* Maintain accurate records to ensure easy retrieval for audits, dispute resolution, and compliance checks.
Regulatory Monitoring & Policy Development
* Monitor U.K. construction and contract law developments and ensure project compliance.
* Help to develop and implement internal policies and guidelines to enhance legal compliance and risk management practices.
Training & Guidance
* Provide training and resources to project teams on contractual rights, obligations, and compliance requirements.
* Serve as a legal point of reference, offering guidance to ensure team alignment with contractual terms and legal standards.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Knowledge & Skills
* Expertise in U.K. construction law, including knowledge of industry‑standard contracts (in particular NEC3 and NEC4 contracts).
* Knowledge of contracts used in offshore projects (e.g. marine installation) desired, but not essential.
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
* Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
* Proficient in risk management.
* Ability to work independently and handle complex legal matters effectively.
* Attention to Detail: Accurate in contract drafting and reviewing to ensure compliance and protect the organization’s interests.
* Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication to explain complex legal issues to non‑legal team members and stakeholders.
* Strategic Thinking: Ability to align legal advice with the Civil Works Alliance’s long‑term objectives.
* Resilience & Adaptability: Able to work in a fast‑paced environment with evolving project demands and challenges.
* Team player and relationship manager across multiple stakeholders with a strong work ethic
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to operate in a range of environments
* Excellent organisational, planning and time‑management skills
* MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point to a high standard
Qualifications & Experience
* Qualified solicitor (England & Wales or equivalent) with 8+ years’ PQE in construction and major projects, gained either in‑house or at a leading private practice (ideally with secondment experience).
* Experience of working on high‑value energy/infrastructure projects desired, but not essential.
If you’d like to contribute directly to a landmark project at the heart of the UK’s energy transition – ensuring legal integrity, excellence and compliance every step of the way, please apply now. We are committed to building a diverse and high‑performing team, drawing on talent from every background to deliver for the future.
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