In-House Solicitor, Construction & Contracts

eNL Legal; North East; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown in-house solicitor role based in Newcastle (Hybrid) seeks a lawyer with 2-4 years' PQE and strong construction law experience to support international projects. You will review and draft contracts, advise on risks, and lead negotiations for engineering consultancy appointments.

The role involves cross-border contracts, risk management, and providing practical legal guidance across the business. Excellent drafting and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with approximately 2-4 years' PQE, although candidates with relevant experience outside this range will also be considered.
• Practical experience in construction law.
• Experience advising on and negotiating professional engineering consultancy appointments, including bespoke client contracts and standard forms.
• Strong technical drafting and commercial negotiation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to communicate complex legal and commercial issues clearly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in GDPR, intellectual property, commercial contracts, commercial litigation, professional indemnity insurance and building contracts would also be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and contractual arrangements.
• Advising on legal and commercial risks and supporting the implementation of risk management policies.
• Providing advice on assignments, collateral warranties, third-party rights, novation agreements and letters of reliance.
• Supporting claims administration and debt recovery.
• Providing ad hoc legal advice across the wider business.
• Working closely with stakeholders and regional management teams across the organisation.

Skills

Construction law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Unknown in-house solicitor role based in Newcastle (Hybrid) seeks a lawyer with 2-4 years' PQE and strong construction law experience to support international projects. You will review and draft contracts, advise on risks, and lead negotiations for engineering consultancy appointments.

The role involves cross-border contracts, risk management, and providing practical legal guidance across the business. Excellent drafting and communication skills are essential.