Special Projects General Counsel - Latent Defects Claims

Daniel Owen Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in North London is seeking a Special Projects General Counsel to manage latent defect claims. You will provide legal advice on complex construction contracts and oversee proceedings in the Technology & Construction Court. The role requires a minimum of three years’ PQE in contentious construction law and a strong academic background in law. This permanent position offers a salary of £50-60K per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years PQE as a contentious construction lawyer.
• Experience in the property sector and some non-contentious work is ideal.
• Strong academic background in law.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day of case files.
• Draft clear legal advice for internal use.
• Advise on construction contract issues.
• Review submissions for adjudication.
• Oversee proceedings in the Technology & Construction Court.

Skills

Contentious construction law expertise

Understanding of construction contracts

Strong legal drafting skills

Education

2:1 Law degree

LPC qualification

Job description

Special Projects General Counsel - Latent Defects Claims
Based in North London
Permanent Role
£50-60K per annum

The Litigation/Latent Defects Claims Lead will be responsible for overseeing and managing cases related to latent defect claims. The role also involves providing legal advice on complex construction contracts, license agreements, and other legal matters. Additionally, the role may require providing backup support for other administrative positions within the team.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and monitor the day-to-day management of case files;
• Draft clear, plain English advice for internal distribution;
• Advise on all aspects of construction contracts, including payments, extensions of time, loss and expenses, defects, procurement, and insurance issues;
• Review and contribute to submissions for adjudication and arbitration proceedings;
• Oversee proceedings in the Technology & Construction Court.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years PQE as a contentious construction lawyer, with experience in the property sector and some non-contentious work;
• Ideally, experience as a full-time construction solicitor or similar role since qualification;
• Strong academic background, with a minimum of a 2:1 degree in Law or an equivalent postgraduate qualification in construction law;
• Educational qualifications should include a Law degree and LPC.