At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality legal advice on complex commercial and construction contracts.
- Company: Join a major UK infrastructure programme with significant impact.
- Benefits: Competitive rate of £800 per day, with potential for extension.
- Other info: Work in Birmingham or London, with flexible remote options.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of legal strategy in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.
- Qualifications: UK-qualified Solicitor with 3+ years PQE in commercial or construction law.
NXTGEN is working on a Legal Counsel opportunity within a major UK infrastructure programme, offering exposure to high-value, complex commercial and construction work. This Legal Counsel role sits at the centre of a large-scale delivery environment where legal advice directly influences commercial outcomes, risk, and strategy. This isn’t a back-office legal position. As Legal Counsel, you’ll be embedded with key stakeholders across the business, advising on critical decisions across supply chain, procurement, and project delivery on a programme of national significance.
You’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters, with a particular focus on commercial contracts and construction-related work. You’ll operate with a high level of autonomy, acting as a key legal contact for stakeholders across multiple business areas, while also supporting wider strategic initiatives.
- Advising on complex commercial and construction contracts, including drafting, negotiation, and risk mitigation
- Supporting procurement activity across high-value, multi-party projects
- Acting as a key legal contact for internal stakeholders, providing clear, pragmatic advice at all levels
- Supporting on contractual claims, disputes, and compensation events
- Developing and delivering internal training on legal and procurement matters
- Creating templates and guidance to improve consistency and efficiency across the business
- Managing external legal advisors where required, including cost and quality oversight
- Supporting senior leadership with legal insight to inform key decisions
Requirements
- UK-qualified Solicitor (or equivalent)
- Minimum 3 years PQE
- Strong background in commercial contracts and/or construction law
- Experience working in-house or closely with business stakeholders
- Confident drafting and negotiating complex agreements
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at all levels
Experience within large-scale infrastructure, public sector, utilities, or transport projects would be highly relevant, but not essential.
Key Details
- Contract: Initial 6 months (likely to extend)
- Location: Birmingham or London (3 days per week in office)
- Rate: £800 per day (umbrella, inside IR35)
Please note this is an Inside of IR35 role, the rate offered is dependent on experience.
Senior Legal Counsel employer: TEC PARTNERS LIMITED
NXTGEN is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a unique opportunity for Bookkeepers to shape their roles while working closely with a diverse range of clients. With a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships and delivering high-quality service, the company fosters a supportive work culture where autonomy and proactive contributions are highly valued. Located in a vibrant area, employees benefit from a collaborative environment and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a firm that truly invests in its people.
