In-House Legal Counsel - Construction

LHH have partnered with one of the UK's leading real estate developers are looking to expand their legal team, with an experienced solicitor specialising in construction law (non-contentious).

This position will report into the Legal Director and will have great exposure to the business, getting to liaise with a variety of stakeholders and be the subject matter expert within construction law.

The day to day role will involves focusing on construction law matters, relating to:

• JCT contracts predominantly (design & build)
• Property development including collaborating with designers
• Collateral warranties
• Contractor and sub-contractor warranties
• Company guarantees
• Reviewing / amending Ts & Cs for site reports
• Partnering with the business on key projects
• Client facing and being the subject matter expert

The role is on a full-time, hybrid basis and we are looking for someone to be onsite 3 days a week.

The business is known for being very collaborative and provides individuals with a lot of opportunity to get involved in various projects. The legal team are embedded in the business, involved from project conception through to completion . Described as "a rewarding place to work with good job satisfaction", this is a great opportunity for a lawyer looking to make a move in-house from private practice or to take on their next in-house challenge.

The role comes with a competitive salary and package, which I am happy to share with any prospective applicants.

Please contact Bethany Machon at LHH for more information.