At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead legal strategy for construction projects and property matters in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Transforming PLC, a forward-thinking organisation focused on sustainable homes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with varied work across construction and estates.
- Why this job: Shape the future of legal governance in a growing in-house team.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with strong UK construction law experience.
The predicted salary is between 84000 - 84000 £ per year.
Lead legal strategy across construction projects, contracts and property matters for a growing UK organisation. A senior in-house role combining legal leadership, governance and risk management.
Transforming PLC is a UK-based organisation committed to delivering high-quality, safe and sustainable homes and environments that support our operational teams and the people who use our services. Group Legal provides strategic and pragmatic legal support across construction projects, commercial contracting and property matters. We work closely with Developments, Operations, Finance, Compliance and Procurement to manage legal risk, support strong governance and enable timely, value-for-money decision-making.
Transforming PLC is seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor - General Counsel with dedicated construction experience to lead legal strategy across construction and related property matters. This high-impact role shapes legal governance, protects the organisation’s interests and enables safe, compliant delivery across the Group.
What you'll lead:
- Strong legal leadership experience across construction projects and associated property matters
- JCT/NEC contracting, procurement and governance
- Property transactions, leases and due diligence linked to construction delivery
- Dispute resolution and external counsel management
- Legal processes, templates, training and capability building
What you'll bring:
- Qualified solicitor with strong experience in UK construction law and construction-related property matters
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to risk and governance
- Ability to advise senior leaders and balance pace with compliance
Why join Transforming PLC:
- Opportunity to shape a growing in-house legal function
- Varied work across construction and estates activity
- Collaborative, forward-thinking culture
- Competitive salary, benefits and hybrid working
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. Visa sponsorships are NOT available for this role. No agencies please.
Construction Solicitor - General Counsel in Manchester employer: Transforming Support
Transforming PLC is an exceptional employer that offers a unique opportunity for legal professionals to shape the future of in-house legal functions within the construction sector. With a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, employees benefit from competitive salaries, hybrid working arrangements, and the chance to engage in varied work across construction and estates activities, all while contributing to the delivery of high-quality, sustainable homes and environments in Manchester.
