In-House Construction Counsel

Job details

Posted Wednesday 17 December 2025
Salary car. pension, healthcare
Job type Permanent
Discipline Solicitor
Reference 1425
Recruiter Name Steve Shakespeare

In-house Construction Counsel | 2-5Yrs | Leeds | Hybrid | Car/Allowance|

 

Sacco Mann is working with a prestigious and highly-regarded, international, integrated consultancy of engineers, designers. They have an exceptional portfolio of projects and a stellar reputation and offer extraordinary careers.

 

The role

There now exists an opportunity for a UK qualified solicitor with experience of non-contentious construction law, to work within the integral In-house legal team; Day to day responsibilities will include;

  • Providing sound and timely legal and commercial advice to mitigate commercial and contractual risks on the company’s global portfolio of projects.
  • Reviewing, reporting on, negotiating and finalising a wide range of contractual documentation (including but not limited to consultancy appointments and sub-consultancy agreements, collateral warranties, novation agreements, letters of intent).
  • Advising the business to ensure that the company’s governance policies are adhered to in contract negotiations and assisting to make a case for any deviations to the governance policies where necessary.
  • Assisting the business in the proper operation and administration of its contracts and legal framework.

 

The person

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years PQE gained in construction or projects law, ideally non-contentious, along with demonstrable experience in general commercial law. Keen problem solving skills are essential, as is a commercial mindset and ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders.

 

The Package

  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Attractive salary and benefits package including life assurance, private medical cover, car allowance, and income protection.
  • Holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum (exclusive of bank holidays) and flexible holiday arrangements.
  • Generous company pension scheme.
  • Flexible benefits including cycle scheme, dental insurance, optical cover, travel insurance, season ticket loans, and corporate discounts.
  • Enhanced parenthood leave policies.
  • 3pm finish on the last Friday of the month.
  • A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you.
  • Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions
  • A commitment to your wellbeing through a comprehensive employee assistance programme and wellbeing activities.
  • A supportive and inclusive environment that will welcome you through social and outreach activities from the Young Employees Forum to mentoring.

 

For a confidential discussion, please contact steve.shakespeare@saccomann.com or call his DL 0113 467 9789