In-House Construction Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technical services provider is seeking an In-House Construction Solicitor in Leeds. In this role, you will provide legal advice on construction projects, manage contracts, and work collaboratively with various teams. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits including a car allowance and bonuses.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

£5,000 car allowance (or cash alternative)

10-15% annual bonus

Life cover (3x salary)

Employee discounts

Gym deals

Cycle-to-work scheme

Holiday buy scheme

2 CSR volunteer days per year

Extensive training budget

Qualifications

• UK qualified solicitor or barrister with ideally 4+ PQE.
• Experienced in JCT and NEC frameworks, contract negotiation.
• Background in private practice or in-house construction law.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical legal advice on construction/refurb projects.
• Draft, negotiate and manage JCT, NEC and related contracts.
• Advise on tenders, variations and governance.

Skills

JCT framework

NEC framework

Public procurement processes

Contract negotiation

Education

UK qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

• Shape major construction & energy transition projects
• Hybrid role at global, sustainability‑driven leader

About Our Client

Our client is a world‑leading technical services provider in energy, FM, regeneration, and smart buildings, part of a major European construction group. With over 13,000 UK employees and £17bn+ global turnover, they're driving net‑zero, digital and industrial transitions. Award‑winning, inclusive and sustainability‑focused, they invest heavily in training (£4m/year), DE&I networks, and wellbeing.

Job Description

The In‑House Construction Solicitor will be:

• Providing practical legal advice on construction/refurb projects
• Drafting, negotiating and managing JCT, NEC and related contracts
• Advising on tenders, variations, governance, and operations
• Managing internal and external legal resource
• Delivering training on legal and procurement matters
• Collaborating with business, commercial, BD, and senior teams
• Supporting public‑sector procurement and compliance

The Successful Applicant

The In‑House Construction Solicitor should be:

• A UK qualified solicitor or barrister with ideally 4+ PQE
• Experienced in JCT and NEC frameworks, ideally with contract negotiation experience across public/private sectors
• Comfortable with public procurement processes
• From private practice and/or in‑house construction law background

What's on Offer

• Salary £75,000-95,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• £5,000 car allowance (or cash alternative)
• 10-15% annual bonus
• Life cover (3x salary), employee discounts, gym deals, cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Holiday buy scheme and 2 CSR volunteer days per year
• Extensive training budget, professional qualification support

If you're an experienced Construction Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.