Construction Legal Counsel

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

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder seeks a Senior Construction Counsel to lead on all construction and fire safety legal matters. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Counsel and key stakeholders, engaging in high-profile projects. A UK-qualified lawyer with over 5 years of PQE, and expertise in non-contentious construction is required. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact within a dynamic business.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE as a lawyer in the UK.
• Experience in non-contentious construction and fire safety issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all construction and fire safety legal matters.
• Work closely with General Counsel and senior stakeholders.
• Impact high-profile projects within the company.

Skills

Non-contentious construction matters

Fire and building safety

Stakeholder engagement

Education

UK-qualified lawyer

Job description

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Construction Legal Counsel, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

Briefed Recruitment

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

Job Description:

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.