Construction Legal Counsel

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

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder is seeking a Senior Construction Counsel to oversee all construction and fire safety legal matters. This role involves close collaboration with senior management and offers the chance to influence significant projects in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will be UK-qualified lawyers with over 5 years' experience in non-contentious construction law.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in UK law.
• Experience with construction and fire safety issues.
• Proficient in collaborative legal work.

Responsibilities

• Lead on construction and fire safety legal matters.
• Work closely with General Counsel and stakeholders.
• Impact high-profile projects in a dynamic environment.

Skills

UK-qualified lawyer

Experience in non-contentious construction matters

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Qualified to practice law in the UK

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.