Legal Counsel – Non-Contentious Construction

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Non-contentious Construction Lawyer in England. The successful candidate will review and draft agreements, advise on litigation matters, and work collaboratively within a dynamic legal team. Applicants should have at least 4 years of PQE, preferably from the property and construction sector. This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer looking to engage with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Trained in a top UK law firm or in-house.
• Experience in property and construction sector.
• Desirable experience in a fast-paced in-house environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft construction-related agreements.
• Advise on construction litigation matters.
• Provide legal advice to the business on relevant issues.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Collaborative work

Commercially astute

Education

At least 4 PQE

Job description

About the company

Our client is renowned for its innovation and excellence in the property development sector. With a strong market reputation and a commitment to delivering outstanding projects, they are seeking a Non-contentious Construction Lawyer to join their legal team.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Legal. The Senior Construction Lawyer will play a fundamental part in shaping the future success of the Legal function as the business grows. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, negotiating and advising on a variety of construction related agreements. Other responsibilities will include providing advice on construction litigation matters. Provide steering and advice to the business on various legal issues affecting the house building sector.

You will bring a proactive, business and solution-oriented mindset to legal matters and a proven ability to work collaboratively across the organisation and specifically within the wider legal team.

About you

The successful candidate will have at least 4 PQE, having trained in a top UK law firm or inhouse. Ideally, with experience gained within the property and construction sector. Experience of working in a fast-paced in-house environment is desirable. This role would suit someone who is commercially astute and who thrives in a fast paced, complex, and rapidly changing environment.

This is an excellent role for someone looking to take on the challenge and opportunity of working with senior stakeholders. To explore this exciting opportunity further, please apply.

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