An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Director - Construction and Development to join a well-established organisation within the UK property and infrastructure sector. This is a key leadership role within a specialist legal function, providing expert advice across complex construction, development, and commercial matters. The position offers significant exposure to large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects and the opportunity to influence delivery at a strategic level. Job Title: Legal Director - Construction and Development Contract: 18-month fixed-term contract Location: Cheshire Salary: £80,000 - £92,000 Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remote Key Responsibilities: * Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice on construction, development, and contractual matters. * Draft, review, and negotiate a range of construction and project-related agreements, including professional appointments and ancillary documentation. * Support the structuring and execution of complex development arrangements across multiple stakeholders. * Lead negotiations with contractors, consultants, and external counterparties. * Ensure consistency and compliance across all project documentation and underlying agreements. * Advise on legal risk and relevant regulatory developments affecting projects. * Work closely with internal stakeholders across commercial, technical, and delivery teams. * Liaise with external legal advisers as required to support transaction delivery. Essential Skills
