Legal Counsel (Contentious Construction) - Remote

Michael Page Legal; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an In-house Legal Counsel specializing in contentious construction law. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex litigation and disputes while collaborating with a dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in construction law, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to draft key legal documents. This position allows for remote work, providing flexibility while being part of a well-respected FTSE Listed Business. If you are passionate about legal challenges in the construction industry, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales or equivalent.
• 4-9 years PQE with a focus on contentious construction disputes.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation and disputes related to construction services.
• Negotiate early resolutions and engage with stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Contentious Construction Law

Negotiation Skills

Dispute Resolution

Legal Drafting

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Solicitor or Barrister qualification

Job description

This is an In-house Legal Counsel role for a Contentious Construction Lawyer as part of a Team operating on a remote basis.

Client Details

Our Client is a FTSE Listed Services Business and a household name.

Description

Responsibilities include:

• Providing efficient progression and resolution of litigation and disputes where the Business has provided construction services to clients and suppliers
• Locating, collating, reviewing, analysing and reporting on key material relating to disputes and jointly with Senior Legal Counsel considering the merits as to liability and quantum with a view to engaging claimants and other potential defendants to reach an early commercial settlement.
• Negotiating disputes at the pre-action stage with a view to achieving the early, efficient and cost-effective resolution of disputes with the Business's construction clients and suppliers.
• Developing relationships with stakeholders and helping to promote the Litigation and Disputes team and wider legal team within the business.
• Engaging with external panel legal firms for litigation advice and assistance, ensuring effective cost management
• Liaising with and supporting the Legal Director on high profile, group wide or divisional projects and/or reporting, regarding dispute resolution and effective litigation management.

Profile

The successful candidate will

• be a Solicitor or Barrister, qualified in England & Wales (or another, equivalent Common Law Jurisdiction).
• be likely to have between 4 and 9 years PQE (this rough target is based on the level of the work on offer, the existing team structure and the remuneration on offer) but candidates at all levels are encouraged to apply.
• be a contentious construction disputes specialist with experience of court proceedings in the High Court and TCC (including the Pre-Action Protocol for Construction and Engineering Disputes).
• have the ability to draft key correspondence and documents on complex construction disputes (e. defect and delay claims) such as letters of claim, responses to letters of claim etc.
• have experience of leading the resolution of construction disputes from inception to conclusion.
• have sound legal, construction industry, commercial, business and negotiating acumen, along with excellent written and oral communication skills, articulate and proficient drafting.

Job Offer

For further details about the package on offer for this role, please apply to this advert.