In‑House Construction Solicitor – NEC4 & Major Projects

Anglian Water Group Ltd.

Huntingdon, Peterborough

Hybrid

GBP 81,000 - 99,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension scheme
Personal private healthcare
Annual bonus scheme
26 days' annual leave + holidays
Life cover
Personal accident cover
Flexible benefits
Free parking
Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Anglian Water Group Ltd. is seeking a qualified solicitor to draft and negotiate high-value construction contracts for asset delivery across water networks.

The role requires strong NEC4 experience and a practical, solutions-focused mindset to advise on complex procurement matters. You will lead contract negotiations with bidders and collaborate with internal teams to shape the commercial framework for future delivery alliances.

Qualifications

  • Qualified solicitor with experience drafting and negotiating high-value construction contracts (private practice or in-house).
  • Strong NEC4 construction contract experience essential.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisation, prioritisation and commercial awareness.
  • Practical, collaborative, solutions-focused approach with strong stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate key delivery contracts for asset management periods (design and construction for capital investment and repair/maintenance).
  • Provide legal/commercial input during tender processes, including evaluation support.
  • Lead contract negotiations with bidders and ensure drafting reflects commercial agreements.
  • Advise internal stakeholders on complex procurement matters and help shape future delivery alliances.

Skills

NEC4 contracts
High-value drafting
Negotiation
Commercial awareness

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Anglian Water Group Ltd. is seeking a qualified solicitor to draft and negotiate high-value construction contracts for asset delivery across water networks.

The role requires strong NEC4 experience and a practical, solutions-focused mindset to advise on complex procurement matters. You will lead contract negotiations with bidders and collaborate with internal teams to shape the commercial framework for future delivery alliances.

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