Highways Operations Lawyer – Public Law & Regulation

National Highways; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

National Highways is seeking a Lawyer within the Operations Legal Team. You will advise on legal operational matters arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network and support on traffic regulation, Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and related duties.

The role requires UK-qualification as solicitor or barrister, strong public law knowledge, and proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while engaging senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister authorised to practise in the UK.
• Understanding of Public Law and experience in operations team specialisms such as highway law, litigation, or legislation drafting.
• Strong experience influencing and working with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders, providing check and challenge while building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on reputational risk, anticipate emerging issues, balance competing priorities and manage stakeholder expectations to deliver effective legal support.
• Ensure compliance with guidelines, legislation and regulations, providing high-quality, practical and in-depth legal advice.
• Manage external legal support, including overseeing quality, performance and costs to ensure value for money.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with senior stakeholders across National Highways and externally, championing the division's work.
• Support senior leadership through the preparation of reports and briefings, contributing to team development, learning and knowledge-sharing.

Skills

Public Law

Stakeholder management

Legal drafting

Highways law

Litigation

Education

UK-qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

National Highways is seeking a Lawyer within the Operations Legal Team. You will advise on legal operational matters arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network and support on traffic regulation, Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and related duties.

The role requires UK-qualification as solicitor or barrister, strong public law knowledge, and proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while engaging senior stakeholders.