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Legal Counsel - 2-6 PQE

Leeds Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
Join a dynamic construction group as a Legal Counsel in Leeds, working across commercial, corporate and finance. This role will report into the General Counsel and will be a rare chance to expand on your experience into finance and construction.
  • Join a rapidly expanding company with exciting plans in place
  • High-impact role supporting in finance & construction contracts

About Our Client

A growing and innovative player in the construction sector, our client is known for delivering high-quality projects while fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. The company prioritises employee wellbeing, offering a strong benefits package, career growth, and holds accolades including The Times Best Companies to Work for and Financial Times 1000.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel will be:

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial contracts and BAU agreements.
  • Advising on substation leases, statutory agreements, and regulatory matters.
  • Provide legal support to the General Counsel in finance and construction contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and manage risk across business operations.
  • Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders supporting with their legal needs.

The Successful Applicant

The Legal Counsel should be:

  • A solicitor (or equivalent) with 2-6 years PQE in commercial law.
  • Experienced in general commercial contracts, corporate transactions, or regulatory agreements.
  • Skilled in contract negotiation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Familiar with construction, finance, or infrastructure projects (preferred but not essential).

What's on Offer

This is your chance to join an in-house team with a forward-thinking and rapidly growing business within the construction industry being able to expand on your own experience from general commercial into finance and construction.

  • £60,000 - £80,000 salary
  • Car allowance & mobile phone allowance
  • Private healthcare & income protection for long-term ill health
  • Generous annual leave + birthday off + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme & life assurance
  • 24/7 mental health & wellbeing support



If you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Contact
Michael Bailey
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6672548
Phone number
+441132437739

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Bailey
Consultant phone
+441132437739
Job reference
JN-022025-6672548