In-House Construction Solicitor

  • Michael Page (UK)
  • Leeds, Yorkshire
  • Jul 22, 2025
Full time Legal

Job Description

  • Shape major construction & energy transition projects
  • Hybrid role at global, sustainability driven leader

About Our Client

Our client is a world leading technical services provider in energy, FM, regeneration, and smart buildings, part of a major European construction group. With over 13,000 UK employees and £17bn+ global turnover, they're driving net zero, digital and industrial transitions. Award winning, inclusive and sustainability focused, they invest heavily in training (£4m/year), DE&I networks, and wellbeing.

Job Description

The In House Construction Solicitor will be:

  • Providing practical legal advice on construction/refurb projects
  • Drafting, negotiating and managing JCT, NEC and related contracts
  • Advising on tenders, variations, governance, and operations
  • Managing internal and external legal resource
  • Delivering training on legal and procurement matters
  • Collaborating with business, commercial, BD, and senior teams
  • Supporting public sector procurement and compliance

The Successful Applicant

The In House Construction Solicitor should be:

  • A UK qualified solicitor or barrister with ideally 4+ PQE
  • Experienced in JCT and NEC frameworks, ideally with contract negotiation experience across public/private sectors
  • Comfortable with public procurement processes
  • From private practice and/or in house construction law background

What's on Offer

  • Salary £75,000-95,000 depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • £5,000 car allowance (or cash alternative)
  • 10-15% annual bonus
  • Life cover (3x salary), employee discounts, gym deals, cycle to work scheme
  • Holiday buy scheme and 2 CSR volunteer days per year
  • Extensive training budget, professional qualification support


If you're an experienced Construction Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.