Legal Counsel - Construction

eNL Legal Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced legal professional to lead on defect claims and complex construction contract matters. The ideal candidate will provide expert legal advice, manage dispute resolution processes, and support adjudication. A strong background in construction law and a practical approach are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 3+ PQE in construction law is essential.
• Practical, solutions-focused approach required.
• Knowledge of public sector or housing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and advise on defect claims and litigation.
• Draft and review construction contracts.
• Support dispute resolution processes.

Skills

Strong experience in construction law

Dispute resolution expertise

Contract drafting

Job description

THE ROLE

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal professional to lead on defect claims and complex construction contract matters. In this role, you’ll provide expert legal advice on contracts (NEC, JCT), manage dispute resolution processes, and support adjudication, arbitration, and court proceedings.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and advise on defect claims and related litigation
• Draft and review construction contracts and legal documents
• Support dispute resolution including adjudication and court proceedings
• Provide guidance on procurement and contract law
• Deliver training and best practice advice to internal teams

You’ll need strong experience in construction law 3+ PQE and a practical, solutions-focused approach. Knowledge of public sector or housing is a plus.

HOW TO APPLY

Contact Pasquale Agatiello at eNL on 020 7183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

EEO Statement

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