via reed · 5 June 2026 ·8 days ago

Senior Construction Lawyer

Michael Page Legal
Manchester Full-time GBP 80,000 – 90,000
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A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Construction Lawyer to join a leading housebuilding business in the North West. You'll play a key role delivering high-quality legal advice on non-contentious construction matters across major residential developments. This is a strategic, business-facing position with real influence.

Client Details

Our client is a FTSE-listed leader in the UK residential development sector, recognised for delivering high-quality homes and sustainable communities nationwide. Known for its strong financial performance and commitment to innovation, the business offers a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where legal teams work closely with commercial stakeholders. Employees benefit from a supportive environment, clear career pathways, and a focus on long-term development and wellbeing.

Description

The In-house Senior Construction Lawyer will be:

  • Advising on a wide range of non-contentious construction matters

  • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and related documentation

  • Supporting land, planning, and development teams on project delivery

  • Managing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance

  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes

Profile

The Senior Construction Lawyer should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years' PQE in construction law

  • Experienced in non-contentious construction matters and contracts

  • Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills

  • Confident working autonomously within a fast-paced environment

  • Ideally experienced within in-house or real estate/development sectors

Experience in Building and Construction would be great.

Job Offer

Salary up to £90k plus car allowance and benefits.

Hybrid working from local office, Manchester or Warrington area.

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