Transport & Infrastructure Lawyer - High-Impact Projects

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional authority in Liverpool seeks a Principal Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will engage with high-quality, varied commercial legal work related to infrastructure and transport projects. With a salary range of £59,311 - £70,405 and excellent benefits, the position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with strong drafting skills and a proactive mindset. Flexible work arrangements are available, contributing to a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Reimbursement of professional fees

Staff travel pass

Health cash plan

Defined benefit pension scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or equivalent, essential for the role.
• Typically 4+ years PQE, applications from candidates with less experience welcome.
• Experience in public and procurement law is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Focus on grant and loan funding arrangements and subsidy control.
• Support the Strategic Investment Fund for economic growth.
• Draft and advise on commercial contracts within transport and infrastructure.

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Confident communicator

Proactive and solutions-focused mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX lawyer

Job description

A regional authority in Liverpool seeks a Principal Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will engage with high-quality, varied commercial legal work related to infrastructure and transport projects. With a salary range of £59,311 - £70,405 and excellent benefits, the position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with strong drafting skills and a proactive mindset. Flexible work arrangements are available, contributing to a healthy work-life balance.