In-house Construction Solicitor

Bath Permanent £60,000 - £67,000 per year View Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and knowledgeable Construction Solicitor to join a top-tier legal department in the industrial/manufacturing industry, based in Bath.
  • Rare opportunity for a construction lawyer to move in-house
  • Highly flexible working arrangements

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation within the industrial/manufacturing industry. They have an established reputation for excellence and innovation, and are recognised for their commitment to sustainable practices and their contribution to the built environment.

Job Description

  • Providing sound and timely legal and commercial advice to mitigate commercial and contractual risks on the company's global portfolio of projects
  • Reviewing, reporting on, negotiating and finalising a wide range of contractual documentation (including but not limited to consultancy appointments and sub-consultancy agreements, collateral warranties, novation agreements, letters of intent).
  • Advising the business to ensure that the company's governance policies are adhered to in contract negotiations and assisting to make a case for any deviations to the governance policies where necessary.
  • Assisting the business in the proper operation and administration of its contracts and legal framework.
  • Assisting in the provision of training to the business to promote awareness on a range of legal and commercial issues relevant to the industry and projects.
  • Assisting with developing and implementing systems, processes and procedures to enhance the efficiency of the Commercial and Legal team and the company as a whole.
  • Ensure appropriate, timely and proportionate support is provided to the Project Directors and Partners in closing out contractual negotiations and any further contract interpretation and administration assistance during project delivery.
  • Working collaboratively and liaising with other business service functions as necessary to ensure an inclusive, collaborative approach to resolving issues.

The Successful Applicant

  • Legally qualified with 0-4 years post qualification experience.
  • Experience in construction law and the construction industry is essential with preferably demonstrable experience in general commercial law.
  • Experience of drafting and reviewing contracts.
  • Negotiation skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Commercial mindset.
  • Good administrative and organisational skills.
  • Keen attention to detail.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary in the range of £60,000-£67,000
  • Cash Car allowance
  • Bonus
  • Family Private Medical cover
  • Pension scheme of up to 10% employer contributions



Contact
Stacey Graham
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6733927
Phone number
+44 118 933 7035

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Property / Construction - In House
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Bath
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Stacey Graham
Consultant phone
+44 118 933 7035
Job reference
JN-052025-6733927