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Legal Counsel, Construction, northampton
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Client:
LHH
Location:
northampton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
5
Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
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Job Description:
Position: In-House Legal Counsel, Construction
Role Type: Permanent (Ideally full-time, part-time will be considered)
Location: Northamptonshire (Hybrid & Flexible Working)
Salary Range: £60,000 to £100,000 per annum (DOE) + Excellent Bonus & Benefits
Our client is a leading organisation based in the Northamptonshire region now seeking to hire a Legal Counsel with experience in non-contentious construction contracts to join their In-House legal function. The role offers a hybrid working model with flexibility, alongside an attractive bonus and benefits package.
The Role
* Advise the business on a broad range of non-contentious construction matters, ensuring contracts are structured, negotiated, and executed effectively.
* Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts including JCT and NEC contracts, consultancy agreements, collateral warranties, and associated agreements.
* Develop and maintain contract precedents, templates, and guidance notes to streamline processes.
* Keep abreast of legislative and regulatory developments affecting construction and infrastructure projects.
About You
We are looking for a commercially astute Lawyer ideally:
* Qualified as a UK Solicitor or Barrister
* Experience and background in non-contentious construction law, gained in-house or at a law firm.
* Working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
* Have experience in reviewing, negotiating and drafting commercial agreements.
What's on offer:
* Salary: £60,000 – £100,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
* Flexibility: Hybrid & flexible working arrangement – open to discussing the number of days per week in the office (office presence is required)
Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Chris Ewles on 07902701818 or at [emailprotected]
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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