Construction Legal Counsel

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

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder is seeking a Senior Construction Counsel to lead all construction and fire safety legal matters. The role involves working closely with the General Counsel and engaging with senior stakeholders to influence high-profile projects. Ideal candidates are UK-qualified lawyers with over 5 years' PQE, experienced in non-contentious construction issues. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• UK-qualified lawyer with ideally 5+ years' PQE.
• Experienced across various non-contentious construction matters.
• Comfortable in collaborative, stakeholder-facing roles.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

UK-qualified lawyer

5+ years PQE

Non-contentious construction matters

Fire and building safety work

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.