Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsLead on flagship UK infrastructure contractsSenior NEC projects role with strategic influenceAbout Our ClientOur client is a nationally recognised infrastructure organisation delivering one of the UK's largest transport and regeneration programmes. Operating at significant scale and complexity, the organisation is known for delivering innovative, long-term infrastructure investment with substantial public impact.The legal function plays a critical role in supporting major commercial and procurement decisions across the business. Lawyers within the team work closely with senior operational and executive stakeholders on high-value, strategically important matters within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.Job DescriptionThe Senior Construction Legal Counsel will be:Leading on complex NEC construction and infrastructure contract matters across major projectsAdvising senior commercial and procurement stakeholders on contractual risk and strategySupporting the negotiation of high-value construction, funding and supply chain agreementsAdvising on contractual claims, disputes and risk allocation issuesManaging external legal advisers and supporting key business decision making on strategically significant mattersThe Successful ApplicantThe Senior Construction Legal Counsel should be:A solicitor or barrister with significant construction and commercial contracts experienceHighly experienced advising on NEC contracts within infrastructure, transport or major projects environmentsExperienced supporting high-value procurement and commercial negotiationsComfortable operating as a senior legal adviser to executive and operational stakeholdersExperienced managing complex contractual risk, disputes and stakeholder relationshipsWhat's on OfferThis is an opportunity to join a highly respected in-house legal team working on one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure programmes. The role offers genuinely complex and high-profile work, strategic stakeholder exposure and the opportunity to influence major commercial outcomes on nationally significant projects.Alongside a competitive salary of £85,000-£92,000, the organisation offers hybrid working, excellent pension contributions, strong long-term career development and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and values-driven environment.If you're an experienced Senior Construction Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.ContactMichael BaileyQuote job refJN-042026-7005212Phone number+441132437739Job summaryJob functionLegalSubsectorProperty / Construction - In HouseSectorBusiness ServicesLocationBirminghamContract typePermanentConsultant nameMichael BaileyConsultant phone+441132437739Job referenceJN-042026-7005212
