Senior Construction Lawyer
1 day ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Construction Lawyer to join our team at Barratt Developments. As a key member of our Group Legal and Compliance function, you will play a vital role in shaping the future success of our business.
Key Responsibilities- Manage a broad spectrum of legal work, including reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and advising on various legal agreements, primarily property and construction contracts.
- Review, draft, and negotiate terms of appointment for architects and other consultant types, as well as negotiate with contractors appointed under large package agreements and/or other design & build contracts.
- Provide steering and advice to the business, including the Executive/Board, on various legal issues affecting the house building sector, including compliance and regulatory matters.
- Be capable of providing advice on construction litigation matters, such as terminations, pay less notices, and adjudications, and identify and manage external lawyers' input when necessary.
- Take responsibility for supervising and training more junior lawyers within the team.
- Participate in shaping and delivering the future strategy of the Group Legal Team, including implementing a tailored training program for the wider business.
- At least 8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
- A motivated, energized, and confident character with a 'can do' approach to work and advice.
- Commercial acumen and the ability to balance risk with the overall aims and objectives of the Group.
- Private practice training is essential, and in-house experience is helpful but not a prerequisite.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and autonomously, delivering under pressure to tight deadlines.
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, with good word processing and IT skills.
- Preparedness to design and deliver internal training in construction contracts and their uses.
Barratt Developments is a leading housebuilder in the UK, recognized for our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for career growth and development.
We adopt a hybrid working approach, allowing our colleagues to balance office-based work with time spent on construction sites and sales offices, and working from home. Our company values diversity and inclusion, and we strive to create a culture where everyone can progress and be proud to work for us.
We offer a competitive salary, bonus scheme, private medical cover, and a range of flexible benefits, including 26 days' holiday (increasing by one day for every three years' continuous service up to 29 days), and enhanced family-friendly policies.
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