Senior Legal Counsel: Water Infrastructure Projects (Hybrid)

Affinity Water; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water supplier in the UK is seeking a highly motivated Senior Legal Counsel specializing in water infrastructure projects. You will provide critical legal support through project planning and delivery, ensuring alignment with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of PQE experience in planning and commercial law, with a solid background in infrastructure projects. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working conditions, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Company annual bonus scheme

26 days annual leave plus additional options

Generous double-match pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience guiding project teams through complex legal frameworks.
• Ability to provide strategic, commercially minded legal advice.
• Confident in managing relationships with external solicitors.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to the SRO team on project delivery.
• Ensure alignment between planning, regulatory, and commercial considerations.
• Advise on collaboration agreements, procurement, and construction contracts.

Skills

Planning and commercial law

Major infrastructure project legal advisory

Analytical skills

Stakeholder influencing

Experience in utilities or construction sectors

Education

7-8 years PQE in Planning, Commercial and Projects

Job description

A leading water supplier in the UK is seeking a highly motivated Senior Legal Counsel specializing in water infrastructure projects. You will provide critical legal support through project planning and delivery, ensuring alignment with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of PQE experience in planning and commercial law, with a solid background in infrastructure projects. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working conditions, and numerous employee benefits.