Construction Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder is seeking a Senior Construction Counsel to lead on construction and fire safety legal matters. The ideal candidate is a UK-qualified lawyer with over 5 years of PQE, experienced in non-contentious construction. This role offers a chance to impact high-profile projects while collaborating with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in construction law.
• Experience in fire and building safety work.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all construction and fire safety legal matters.
• Work closely with the General Counsel.
• Engage with senior stakeholders across the organization.

Skills

Non-contentious construction experience

Fire safety legal matters

Stakeholder engagement

Education

UK-qualified lawyer

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.