Legal Counsel - Construction & Commercial
Posted 1 day ago by Michael Page
£70,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Legal Counsel specializing in Construction & Commercial within a prestigious consultancy firm in Leeds. The position involves providing legal advice on non-contentious construction projects, managing risk, and supporting contract strategy in a collaborative environment. The firm is recognized for its commitment to professional growth and inclusion, offering a supportive culture and opportunities for impactful work. Candidates should have relevant experience and a strong commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing pragmatic legal advice on global consultancy and construction projects
- Reviewing, negotiating, and finalising consultancy, sub-consultancy, and collateral agreements
- Advising on governance processes and managing risk across contracts
- Supporting stakeholders with contract administration throughout project lifecycles
- Delivering legal training to promote awareness of key legal and commercial risks
- Improving systems and processes within the Legal & Commercial function
- Collaborating with project and business leads to close out negotiations and guide delivery
- Working cross-functionally to align legal strategy with commercial objectives
Key Skills:
- A solicitor or equivalent with 2-5 years' PQE
- Experienced in non-contentious construction law
- Confident negotiating and drafting consultancy-related contracts
- Commercially aware with strong communication and stakeholder skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Salary (Rate): £70,000.00 yearly
City: Leeds
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Legal
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Counsel in Construction & Commercial to join a highly respected consultancy firm based in Leeds. You'll deliver commercial legal advice on a global portfolio of non-contentious construction and consultancy projects, helping manage risk and shape contract strategy in a flexible, supportive team environment.
Client Details
Join a global consultancy known for its award-winning work with over 2,000 employees worldwide, this FTSE-recognised firm supports some of the most high-profile, complex infrastructure and construction projects. Their values-driven culture champions flexibility, professional growth, and inclusion. Employees benefit from world-class development programmes, generous benefits, and the opportunity to make an impact on international, socially conscious projects.
Description
The Legal Counsel - Construction & Commercial will be:
- Providing pragmatic legal advice on global consultancy and construction projects
- Reviewing, negotiating, and finalising consultancy, sub-consultancy, and collateral agreements
- Advising on governance processes and managing risk across contracts
- Supporting stakeholders with contract administration throughout project lifecycles
- Delivering legal training to promote awareness of key legal and commercial risks
- Improving systems and processes within the Legal & Commercial function
- Collaborating with project and business leads to close out negotiations and guide delivery
- Working cross-functionally to align legal strategy with commercial objectives
Profile
The Legal Counsel - Construction & Commercial should be:
- A solicitor or equivalent with 2-5 years' PQE
- Experienced in non-contentious construction law
- Confident negotiating and drafting consultancy-related contracts
- Commercially aware with strong communication and stakeholder skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Job Offer
£60-70k base salary
Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
25 days holiday + bank holidays with option to buy more
Private medical, life assurance, income protection, enhanced parental leave
Company pension scheme and flexible benefits (cycle scheme, optical/dental cover, travel insurance)
Funding for professional memberships
Outstanding learning and development programme
A truly inclusive and international culture
If you're an experienced Legal Counsel in Construction & Commercial, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.
Desired Skills and Experience
Construction, Commercial, consultancy, sub-contracts, collateral agreements