Construction Lawyer (in-house)

Overview

In this role you will serve as a senior in-house counsel focusing on non-contentious construction and project matters, partnering with diverse industry verticals such as transport and utilities. You will negotiate and review NEC3/4, framework, supplier and subcontractor contracts, and advise on project-related issues from procurement to compliance. You will help shape internal legal processes, policies and templates, and mentor colleagues. The role offers hybrid working in Central London, strong career progression, and the chance to work on high-value projects in a sustainability-focused global construction business.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• competitive salary
• car allowance
• comprehensive benefits package
• career progression
• high-impact projects

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and review construction and commercial contracts (NEC3/4, framework, supplier, subcontractor)
• Advise on project-related issues including disputes analysis, procurement, IP, and compliance
• Manage stakeholders across levels and act as trusted legal partner
• Support development of internal legal infrastructure (policies, playbooks, templates)
• Provide training and mentoring to legal and non-legal colleagues

Key requirements

• England & Wales qualified construction/projects lawyer with non-contentious and advisory experience
• Experience with NEC3/4 and general construction and commercial matters
• In-house experience valued
• Commercially minded and able to influence stakeholders
• PQE 5+; open to less with relevant exposure
• Right to work in the UK; no visa sponsorship

• Stakeholder influence
• Clear, pragmatic communication
• Quick learning and adaptability
• NEC3/4 knowledge
• Construction and commercial contract experience
• Procurement, IP and compliance advisory

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