Construction Solicitor

Job Title: Construction Solicitor

Location: Bath

Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Competitive Salary Package

About Our Client:

Are you a recently qualified Solicitor with a passion for construction law? Our client, a leading engineering consultancy, is looking for a Construction Solicitor to join their talented and friendly team based in Bath. This is an extraordinary opportunity to be part of a highly successful Commercial and Legal team, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on global projects. Our client fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring you thrive in your career.

Responsibilities:

• Provide sound and timely legal and commercial advice to mitigate risks on global projects.
• Review, report on, negotiate, and finalise a variety of contractual documentation, (including but not limited to consultancy appointments and sub-consultancy agreements, collateral warranties, novation agreements, letters of intent).
• Advise on adherence to governance policies during contract negotiations.
• Assist in the operation and administration of contracts and legal frameworks.
• Deliver training to promote awareness of legal and commercial issues within the industry.
• Enhance the efficiency of the Commercial and Legal team through the development of systems and processes.
• Collaborate with Project Directors and Partners to support contractual negotiations and project delivery.

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• Legally qualified with 0-4 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in construction law and the construction industry.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial mindset with keen attention to detail.

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• Demonstrable experience in general commercial law.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.

Benefits & Perks:

• Flexible Working and Leave: Hybrid working arrangements, 25 days holiday per annum with flexible options, and a 3pm finish on the last Friday of the month.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Attractive salary, life assurance, private medical cover, car allowance, income protection, and a generous company pension scheme.
• Additional Perks: Flexible benefits including cycle scheme, dental insurance, optical cover, travel insurance, season ticket loans, corporate discounts, and enhanced parenthood leave policies.

How to apply:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a vibrant team dedicated to making a difference, we want to hear from you. Please apply below.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.