Construction Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a qualified Lawyer to provide strategic legal support across major capital and environmental programmes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advising on high-impact environmental issues, ensuring compliance, and delivering practical legal solutions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant projects while fostering a long-term career in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified as Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive.
• Experience in environmental and planning law.
• Strong advisory and risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on environmental issues.
• Support project delivery across capital programmes.
• Draft legal documents and lead negotiations.

Skills

Legal advice

Environmental issues

Risk management

Legal drafting

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

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We’re looking for a qualified Lawyer to provide strategic legal support on a range of major capital, operational, and Environmental programmes including future investments.

This role offers the chance to advise on high-impact environmental issues that are critical to long-term transformation and compliance.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide clear, timely legal advice on environmental issues
• Support project delivery across capital programmes and operational functions
• Identify legal risks and help implement practical, commercial solutions
• Draft complex legal documents and lead negotiations where required
• Monitor legal developments and assess potential business impact

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive
• Environmental and planning law experience
• Strong legal drafting, advisory, and risk management skills
• Clear communicator with the ability to explain complex legal matters simply
• Commercially aware and confident working cross-functionally

If you’re looking for a long-term career where you can make a real difference, apply today!!!