Construction Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder is seeking a Senior Construction Counsel in Cardiff. This pivotal role involves leading on construction and fire safety legal matters, offering a chance to impact high-profile projects. Ideal candidates are UK-qualified lawyers with over 5 years of non-contentious construction experience, demonstrating strong stakeholder management abilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in non-contentious construction law.
• Experience in fire and building safety issues.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all construction and fire safety legal matters.
• Collaborate with General Counsel and senior stakeholders.
• Make an impact on high-profile projects.

Skills

UK-qualified lawyer

Non-contentious construction matters

Fire and building safety work

Stakeholder management

Education

Legal qualification

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.