Senior In-house Construction Lawyer, Newcastle

Hays Legal; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global construction consultancy is seeking a senior lawyer with a focus on non-contentious construction law in Newcastle. This hybrid role offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to work with a high-performing legal team on significant projects.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive remuneration package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in law, specifically in construction-related matters.
• Experience in commercial contracts and risk management appreciated but not required.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and advising on contractual documentation.
• Engaging in negotiations with clients.
• Providing advice on risk management.

Skills

Non-contentious construction law

Contractual negotiation

Risk management

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

My client is a high-profile, award-winning, global construction and engineering consultancy with offices in central Newcastle. There is currently an opportunity for a senior lawyer (5+ PQE to senior) seeking an in-house role and who has a particular interest in matters of construction law, particularly in relation to major contracts (especially in the consultancy agreements and building contracts space). Whilst the core work is most certainly non-contentious construction-related, there will also be the opportunity to have exposure to matters such as general commercial contracts, GDPR, IPR, commercial litigation, professional indemnity insurance etc. No previous experience is needed in these areas.

The successful candidate will work with the global business, undertaking detailed contractual documentation review and providing advice and engaging in negotiations, as well as advising on matters of risk management. This role comes with a significant amount of responsibility, working within a very experienced team.
This role will be particularly well-suited to those private practice construction lawyers with solid non-contentious construction experience.

Hybrid working and this role is only for solicitors qualified in England and Wales. Lawyers MUST live within a daily commuting distance of Newcastle upon Tyne.

On offer is a fabulous package, bespoke to the level of the successful lawyer and the opportunity to work in a collegiate and high-performing legal team.

To learn more about this role, please send your CV to Adele Callaghan (specifying full details of your current remuneration package) or email me for a return call to discuss the role.

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