Construction Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder is seeking a Senior Construction Counsel. You will lead construction and fire safety legal matters, working closely with the General Counsel and senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a UK-qualified lawyer with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience in non-contentious construction matters. This role offers the chance to influence high-profile projects within a respected business.

Qualifications

• UK-qualified lawyer with substantial experience in construction law.
• Must have experience dealing with fire and building safety legal matters.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on construction and fire safety legal matters.
• Collaborate with General Counsel and senior stakeholders.
• Impact high-profile projects within the organization.

Skills

UK-qualified lawyer

Non-contentious construction expertise

Fire and building safety knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

5+ years' PQE

Job description

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Briefed Recruitment has been retained by a leading UK housebuilder to appoint a Senior Construction Counsel. This is a pivotal hire for the business, with responsibility for leading on all construction and fire safety legal matters.

Working closely with the General Counsel and senior stakeholders across the organisation, this role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on high-profile projects while operating at the heart of a dynamic and respected business.

About you

• UK-qualified lawyer, ideally with 5+ years' PQE.
• Experienced across a range of non-contentious construction matters, including fire and building safety work.
• Comfortable working across a broad range of legal issues in a collaborative, stakeholder-facing role.