Legal Counsel - Construction & Commercial

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to provide pragmatic legal advice on construction projects. The successful candidate will manage contracts, advise on governance, and deliver legal training. The ideal applicant is a solicitor with 2-5 years PQE, experienced in construction law and strong in negotiation. This role offers a competitive salary of £60-70k, hybrid working, excellent benefits, and a focus on professional growth within an inclusive culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical and life assurance

Company pension scheme

Funding for professional memberships

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a solicitor focusing on non-contentious construction law.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on global consultancy and construction projects.
• Review and finalize consultancy contracts.
• Manage risk across contracts and advise on governance processes.

Skills

Negotiating contracts

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Solicitor or equivalent with 2-5 years' PQE

Job description

• Global project exposure with hybrid flexibility
• Inclusive, development-focused culture

About Our Client

Join a global consultancy known for its award-winning work with over 2,000 employees worldwide, this FTSE-recognised firm supports some of the most high-profile, complex infrastructure and construction projects. Their values-driven culture champions flexibility, professional growth, and inclusion. Employees benefit from world-class development programmes, generous benefits, and the opportunity to make an impact on international, socially conscious projects.

Job Description

• Providing pragmatic legal advice on global consultancy and construction projects
• Reviewing, negotiating, and finalising consultancy, sub-consultancy, and collateral agreements
• Advising on governance processes and managing risk across contracts
• Supporting stakeholders with contract administration throughout project lifecycles
• Delivering legal training to promote awareness of key legal and commercial risks
• Improving systems and processes within the Legal & Commercial function
• Collaborating with project and business leads to close out negotiations and guide delivery
• Working cross-functionally to align legal strategy with commercial objectives

The Successful Applicant

• A solicitor or equivalent with 2-5 years' PQE
• Experienced in non-contentious construction law
• Confident negotiating and drafting consultancy-related contracts
• Commercially aware with strong communication and stakeholder skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

What's on Offer

• £60-70k base salary
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with option to buy more
• Private medical, life assurance, income protection, enhanced parental leave
• Company pension scheme and flexible benefits (cycle scheme, optical/dental cover, travel insurance)
• Funding for professional memberships
• Outstanding learning and development programme
• A truly inclusive and international culture

If you're an experienced Legal Counsel in Construction & Commercial, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.