Your new company
A leading organisation specialising in the delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and collaboration, the business works across both public and private sectors, delivering high-value projects from concept through to completion. They are committed to robust governance, commercial excellence and continuous improvement, offering a dynamic environment where legal expertise plays a critical role in shaping successful project outcomes.

Your new role
As Legal Counsel, you will provide practical legal and contractual advice across the full project lifecycle, supporting both pre-construction and delivery teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on tenders, identifying risks and supporting bid teams with mitigation strategies
• Supporting contract execution and ensuring compliance with internal governance
• Assisting with claims, disputes and adjudication processes
• Contributing to legal risk reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
• Delivering training and guidance to internal stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE (Scots Law qualification essential; dual qualification in English Law advantageous).
• Proven experience within construction or infrastructure law, ideally in-house or supporting similar clients.
• Extensive experience working with JCT, SBCC and NEC forms of contract and their amendments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex contractual documentation.
• Ability to deliver training and confidently present to senior audiences.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 0161 228 7770
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.