In-House Construction Lawyer
West Midlands – £80,000 - £90,000
Role - In House Construction LawyerSalary - £80K-£90K DOE
Benefits - Car Allowance and up to 10% Bonus
Working Pattern - Minimum 2 days in Office.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a UK qualified Solicitor with construction law experience based in the West Midlands.
As Legal Counsel, you'll integrate into the expanding legal function of this leading UK building contractor and work alongside the General Counsel in the business' legal function to advise the wider business on any required legal issues.
There will be an expectation to work with internal and external stakeholders on a variety of construction projects and advise where required with regards to project tenders across a variety of industries. Confidence working with JCT and NEC contracts is essential for the role.
As a small team, there will be a requirement to assist colleagues in other areas of non-contentious related queries so a 'can do' attitude is essential.
This opportunity is open to UK qualified solicitors from 3+ PQE with experience in Construction law. A background in reviewing tenders (main contract terms, framework agreements, collateral warranties and PCG's) is essential as well as the drafting and reviewing of Commercial contracts for both the private and public sectors. Open to Contentious background lawyers with non-contentious experience.
You’ll play a crucial role in the wider success of the Group business, with ample opportunity to grow and develop within the function. We seek a proactive and self-motivated individual who has a proven track record of challenging the status quo and improving processes. Strong practical judgment and a commitment to the highest ethical standards are essential, as is the ability to self-manage while seeking support when necessary.
Hybrid working is in operation as well as market leading salary and benefits.
Contact Huw Flanagan-Roberts at Douglas Scott immediately to discover further details of this opportunity.
If you weren’t in recruitment, what would you be doing?
I'd have loved to pursue a career in design and use some of the skills I built up from my design degree as well as a recently completed diploma in interior design.
What inspired you to pursue a career in legal recruitment?
Being married to a corporate lawyer is coming into use, I'm used to most of the terminology that's required when working in legal recruitment. Having previously worked in sales management I'm confident building a relationship with clients which will help them in their career journeys.
Tell us something that people might not know about you.
Having grown up in Wales until I was seven, I still speak Welsh almost fluently. It’s not a skill I use very often, but I love visiting my homeland whenever possible.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Construction Law
- Type: In House
- Salary: £80,000 - £90,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: West Midlands
- Reference: 1009889
