In-House Construction Solicitor – 18‑month Fixed‑Term

About the role

This 18‑month fixed‑term position offers a senior solicitor the chance to lead legal support for a major UK property and infrastructure organisation. Working hybrid, you will advise on complex construction, development and commercial matters across large‑scale, multi‑stakeholder projects.

Key responsibilities

• Provide commercially focused legal advice on construction, development and contractual issues.
• Draft, review and negotiate construction agreements, professional appointments and ancillary documentation.
• Support structuring and execution of complex development arrangements involving multiple parties.
• Lead negotiations with contractors, consultants and external counterparties.
• Ensure consistency and compliance across all project documentation.
• Advise on legal risk and regulatory developments affecting projects.
• Collaborate with internal commercial, technical and delivery teams.
• Liaise with external legal advisers as required.

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with at least 6 years post‑qualification experience.
• Strong background in construction law, real estate development or related project‑based legal work.
• Proven ability to negotiate and draft complex commercial contracts.
• Excellent stakeholder management and a pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, delivery‑focused environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £80,000‑£90,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working model (2 days office, 3 days remote).
• Exposure to high‑profile, multi‑stakeholder projects.
• Opportunity to influence strategic delivery within a specialist legal function.