Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel – Construction
Full Time | Permanent
Hybrid/ Remote Working
- Chorley
£70,000-£75,000 + Car & Bonus

We’re seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with solid construction law expertise to join a growing in-house legal team. This is a fantastic role for someone with strong knowledge of construction contracts who enjoys working closely with commercial and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on construction contracts including JCT, NEC and bespoke agreements

• Support live project teams across procurement, delivery, risk and disputes

• Draft, negotiate and review a range of construction and commercial contracts

• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external legal advisors

• Manage risk and ensure compliance across all project activity

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with proven construction law experience

• In-house background preferred but will review applicants from a Private Practice background

• Strong knowledge of JCT / NEC contracts

• Confident advising commercial teams and project managers

• Able to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment

If you’re a construction lawyer looking to take the next step in-house, we’d love to hear from you