Senior Legal Counsel in London

The Houses of Parliament Restoration & Renewal Delivery Authority is seeking an experienced non-contentious construction lawyer to join our small Legal team. Reporting to the Head of Legal (Commercial), you will provide legal advice across the organisation and will work closely with our Commercial and Project teams. The role will include you making a pivotal contribution to a high performing legal function, in support of the mandate of the Delivery Authority.

You should have a partnering style and will work across the functions of the Delivery Authority. You will have experience of advising on construction projects throughout the project life-cycle, and an in-depth knowledge of standard form construction contracts, including the NEC. Responsibilities will also include advising on public procurement and commercial issues and other legal matters relevant to the effective functioning of the Delivery Authority.

To be successful in your application you will be a Solicitor admitted to practice in England & Wales. Experience of working in-house and in a major project environment would be an advantage. The ideal candidate is likely to have 6-10 years PQE, although candidates outside this range who can demonstrate the necessary skills and experience will also be considered.

Salary: Circa £110,000

Benefits include:

• 30 days holiday plus public holidays
• Life assurance of 4 x salary death in service
• Group Income Protection
• Pension - up to 10% employer contribution
• Up to 5 days paid volunteering
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Working in a hybrid / smart way

Candidates should apply by submitting a CV and cover letter stating suitability for the role. Please state in your cover letter if you believe you have any current or potential conflicts of interest relating to this role. We look forward to receiving your application by noon on 9 March 2026.

Security: Successful candidates will be required to complete security vetting to a minimum Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level obtained through the Parliamentary Security Department (PSD). Candidates are required to pass these checks before a start date can be confirmed. Applicants should also be aware that, depending on the role applied for, if they have resided outside of the UK for a total of more than two of the last five years they may not be eligible for vetting.

The Palace of Westminster, one of the best recognised buildings in the world, needs essential restoration to preserve it for future generations. The Palace has a rich and remarkable history. Westminster Hall is over 900 years old and has been the scene of great moments in our country's political life, covering 34 acres, and the size of more than 1,000 houses, there are 1,100 rooms, 100 staircases, three miles of passageways, four floors and 65 different levels.

As well as being one of the UK's biggest buildings it's one of the nation's busiest workplaces with thousands of people on site each day, from catering and security staff to MPs and Peers to experts keeping this iconic building running. The Restoration and Renewal Programme is carrying out the tens of thousands of hours of complex building surveys and investigations needed to inform future decisions on the restoration work needed. We've already engaged teams of architects, engineers, project managers and contractors who will shape the future direction of the work. Restoring Parliament is already boosting UK industries, and the restoration will use UK materials wherever possible and create jobs and apprenticeships across the country, from engineering and high-tech design to traditional crafts such as carpentry and stonemasonry.