Construction Solicitor

In-House Construction Solicitor (Non-Contentious)

Bath - Salary up to £65K plus 10% car allowance

Yolk Recruitment is supporting the recruitment of an in-house Solicitor position with a leading construction and engineering consultancy. Join a highly experienced Commercial & Legal team and support a global project portfolio including major developers, Premier League Football Clubs, top-tier universities, and renowned architects. This role involves cross-border work, contract negotiation, and involvement in high-profile developments.

Responsibilities

As a Solicitor, your responsibilities will include:

1. Providing practical, commercially focused legal advice on non-contentious construction and commercial matters.
2. Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing consultancy agreements, warranties, novations, sub-consultant contracts, and related legal documentation.
3. Advising on risk mitigation and supporting internal teams throughout project lifecycles.
4. Promoting adherence to corporate governance and advising on exceptions.
5. Supporting legal training initiatives and improving internal legal systems.

Required Experience

To succeed, you should have:

1. A UK legal qualification with 0-4 years' PQE.
2. Experience in non-contentious construction law, with exposure to commercial legal matters preferred.
3. Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
4. A commercial mindset with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
5. Attention to detail and effective workload management.

Benefits

This role offers:

1. Competitive salary based on experience.
2. Hybrid working (2-3 days in-office per week).
3. 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off.
4. 10% employer pension contribution.
5. Private medical insurance for you and your family.
6. Bonus scheme up to 4% of salary.
7. Enhanced family leave policies.
8. 3pm finish on the last Friday of each month.
9. Funded professional memberships (up to two annually).
10. Ongoing professional development and international career opportunities.

Join Us

This is a unique opportunity to work on exciting infrastructure and development projects in the UK and beyond. If you're ready to advance your legal career globally with excellent benefits and culture, apply today by contacting Oliver Coodye.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, embracing diversity and encouraging applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics. We celebrate diversity to enable our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note: Due to high application volumes, we cannot guarantee feedback for every applicant. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days, you have been unsuccessful. Please check our website for other opportunities.