In-House Construction Senior Legal Counsel

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an In-House Senior Legal Counsel specializing in construction. This role offers the opportunity to provide commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders and manage a variety of contracts. With a hybrid working model, you will primarily work from the West Midlands headquarters while enjoying flexibility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction law, particularly in drafting and negotiating contracts. Join a growing global business and make a significant impact in the regeneration sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing legal advice to senior stakeholders.
• Proficient in handling construction-related contracts.

Responsibilities

• Handle various contracts related to construction projects.
• Draft and negotiate non-contentious JCT and NEC contracts.

Skills

Commercially focused legal advice

Contract drafting and negotiation

Understanding of JCT and NEC contracts

Education

Qualified Solicitor (3-8 PQE)

Job description

Douglas Scott is working with a Regeneration Business headquartered in the West Midlands. The global business is growing, with over 15K employees in the UK and over 70K worldwide.

They are seeking a 3-8 PQE solicitor (no upper limit on experience) who is confident providing commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders, as well as a variety of public and private sector clients.

Job Details

• Title: In-House Senior Legal Counsel - Construction
• Location: West Midlands
• Flexibility: Hybrid working options, typically 1 day in the office
• Salary: £75K to £90K DOE
• Sector: Regeneration Business

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Role Responsibilities

You will handle a variety of contracts on behalf of the business, primarily related to construction projects. An understanding of the contractual framework surrounding construction projects is essential, including experience in drafting and negotiating non-contentious JCT and NEC contracts.

The role is based at the company's UK headquarters in the West Midlands, but travel to other offices may be required (maximum 1 day per week).

For further details, contact Huw Flanagan-Roberts.