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Radius is seeking a Corporate and Commercial Legal Counsel for their client based in London. Reporting to the Head of Corporate and Commercial, this role will be a trusted legal adviser to the business in the provision of legal support and advice to my client in relation to commercial legal issues and negotiation of commercial contracts (sales and procurement). Accountability for legal advice and execution of commercial transactions. Negotiate and draft all types of commercial agreements including sales contracts, supplier contracts, hosting agreements, data transfer agreements, NDAs and others. Determining the appropriate medium for delivering legal advice. Responding to internal queries on legal issues, e.g. data issues; overdue payments; IP queries; disputes. Identifying data issues and ability to negotiate terms relating to the processing of data in commercial agreements to ensure Telehouse s compliance with relevant data legislation. Engaging and managing external lawyers where specialist advice is required Provision of robust, clear and commercially focused legal advice specifically focusing on areas that would otherwise bring risk into the business Qualified solicitor, with a minimum of 3 years PQE Commercially astute, pragmatic lawyer who can demonstrate an understanding of business and legal risk and tailor advice accordingly Expertise in contract law Excellent drafting and negotiation skills Track record in managing transactions Good stakeholder management skills

Case and Contract Manager Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary : £55,242 per year rising to £57,644 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent Closing date: 17/05/2026 The Role Are you an experienced legal services or regulatory professional? Are you looking for an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of essential fitness to practise services? This is a brand new role at the organisation, created to strengthen how they work with their external legal provider and how they manage complex fitness to practise cases. As their Case and Contract Manager, you'll have a real opportunity to shape how this role operates, influence their approach, and make a visible impact from day one. Working with a high level of autonomy, you'll oversee their external legal provider contract and provide senior direction on complex cases, working closely with their investigations team and Head of Investigations. The organisation focus on protecting the public, supporting positive change in social work, and maintaining confidence in the profession. Every day, social workers help millions of people improve their lives, and their role is to ensure regulation supports safe and effective practice. About the role This role brings together contract oversight, performance management, and senior case leadership. You'll be responsible for ensuring their external legal provider delivers high-quality work, meets performance expectations, and progresses cases efficiently and in line with their regulatory framework. You'll provide clear instructions and direction on complex fitness to practise cases, including case planning, investigative actions and support during hearings. Using your regulatory knowledge and judgement, you'll help ensure decisions are proportionate, well-reasoned and robust. A key part of the role is monitoring performance. You'll review data, spot themes and trends, and have confident conversations with senior external stakeholders to challenge delivery, set expectations and drive improvement. As a new role, you'll also help shape how they approach contract oversight and performance reporting going forward. What you'll do As Case and Contract Manager, you will: Act as the main point of accountability for their external legal provider, ensuring contractual, performance and financial requirements are met. Provide direction and instructions on complex fitness to practise cases, including during hearings. Monitor KPIs, service levels and case data, identifying risks, trends and areas for improvement. Hold the external legal provider to account through clear challenge, constructive discussion and escalation where needed. Work closely with internal teams, including investigations and commercial colleagues, to support effective contract delivery. Make sound, independent decisions on complex or high-risk regulatory issues. Produce clear, concise reports for senior leaders on performance, risk and contract matters. Build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders, influencing outcomes through credibility and expertise. Share learning from cases, data and emerging themes to support good practice and continuous improvement. Provide advice and guidance to colleagues on case instructions and contract compliance. About you At the organisation, their values guide how they work. They are Fearless, Independent, Ambitious, act with Integrity, and are Collaborative and Transparent. They're looking for someone who reflects these values in how they work and make decisions. For this role, you'll also need: Postgraduate-level education or equivalent experience in a legal services, regulatory or statutory environment. A strong understanding of regulatory processes, including investigations, hearings and adjudication. Experience making or overseeing complex case or regulatory decisions that can withstand challenge. Experience overseeing contracts or services, including performance monitoring and KPIs. Confidence analysing data, identifying trends and responding to emerging risks or issues. The ability to have high-level, sometimes challenging conversations with senior stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including reporting to senior leaders. The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain attention to detail. You do not need to be a qualified lawyer to apply for this role. This role may suit you if you've worked as a: Legal Services Manager, Regulatory Case Manager, Fitness to Practise Manager, Hearings Manager, Investigations Manager, Regulatory Operations Manager, Professional Discipline Manager or Regulatory Contracts Manager, Partnerships Manager, Legal Manager, Procurement Manager. Benefits In addition to your salary, they offer: Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays. The option to buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave each year. A TIDE award-winning inclusive culture, with staff networks, forums and social events. A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and a cycle to work scheme. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the organisation, please click apply.

General Counsel (Commercial, Property & Construction) Remote/hybrid working, flexible hours considered £70,000 - £90,000 Depending on Experience Transforming PLC Legal & Governance UK Hybrid 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 Commercial and Property Solicitor - General Counsel with solid construction experience to lead legal strategy across construction, commercial and 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, commercial contracts, and property• JCT/NEC contracting, procurement, and governance• Property transactions, leases, and due diligence• 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, commercial, and property law• 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, estates, and commercial activity• Collaborative, forward-thinking culture• Competitive salary, benefits, and hybrid working How to apply: Please click "apply" and submit your CV. You will then receive an email with a link to log in to our system and complete your application. As part of the process, please include a short covering note outlining your relevant experience in construction, commercial contracts and property law. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Transforming PLC is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. This role may also be of interest to candidates searching for General Counsel (Construction & Property), Commercial Property Solicitor, Construction Solicitor, In-House Legal Counsel (Commercial), Property Lawyer, Commercial Contracts Lawyer, Senior Construction Lawyer, Legal Counsel (Real Estate), Head of Legal (Construction), or Commercial & Property Legal Advisor roles.

Legal Counsel - Commercial role with a leading, community focused business in the West Midlands Keen to hire a commercial contracts solicitor (3+yrs PQE) to join the the legal and compliance team and take the lead on a range of commercial agreements (sales, customer, procurement, software/tech, NDAs etc) supporting the GC. You will be able to provide advice across DP, risk management and support on wider governance and cosec matters. Additionally we are really interested in talking to those commercial lawyers who have experience or of keen to pick up the design and roll out of CLM processes, policy, efficiencies and embrace the legal tech and AI tools that they business are looking to implement. The business has a real sense of purpose, B Corp certified and voted a 'Great Place to Work'. You will join a collegiate team driving meaningful change as they continue their successful journey of growth. The role is hybrid working, c2-3 days in the West Midlands HQ Salary c.70-80k basic plus good benefits (30 days hols, competitive pension, private medical for self and family) Initial teams interview beginning shortly, so do get in touch to register your interest At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Delighted to be supporting a market leading business in Warwickshire looking to hire a legal counsel to join the current team 4 With c.3+ years PQE and the ability and experience to handle a range of commercial activities, you will be given the platform to really drive change, influence stakeholders and handle interesting and varied work Working alongside a dynamic Head of Legal, as a Legal Counsel you will - Review, draft and negotiate a range of high value and BAU commercial contracts supporting sales, procurement, operations, finance etc - Collaborate with commercial teams on key project implementation - You will drive training and updates across regulatory compliance including DP, anti-bribery, ethics - Contribute to process improvement, driving efficiencies as the legal function continues to grow and build a true business partnering model. - Mentor and coach a more junior lawyer Ideally we are looking for a mid-level in-house commercial lawyer who is looking to get true autonomy and clear opportunity to develop their experience in a purpose driven business with a genuine sense of community. The business continues to thrive with ambitious growth plans being rolled out and further plans down the line. Hybrid working with c2 days in the Warwickshire HQ Salary of offer c. £70k plus benefits At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Our Business The Workdry group is a market-leading provider of engineered solutions for the handling and treatment of water and wastewater. Our Selwood, Siltbuster, Vanderkamp and Holland Pump businesses combine to form a UK, European and US leader in pumping solutions, on-site water treatment, wet waste processing and the prevention of waterborne pollution, delivering an unrivalled range of rapidly deployable solutions. Workdry provides support to group companies through administration and back-office functions including finance, HR, training and development, and health and safety. We are committed to excellence in solutions and services, staff training and development, sustainability and diversity, and provide an environment where every team member can thrive and progress to their full potential. About The Role We are seeking a skilled commercial lawyer to join our in-house counsel team. This position requires a robust background in commercial law, contract drafting and negotiation and compliance. We are looking for a confident lawyer who can work independently and advise on a wide variety of commercial and compliance matters. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and will be adept at handling complex legal issues with a high degree of commerciality. You will have 3-5 years post-qualification experience either in-house or in private practice in the UK. Main Responsibilities: Responsible for drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts such as: MSAs, framework agreements, supply chain and procurement contracts, service agreements, distribution agreements, manufacturing agreements, data processing agreements. Assisting with the implementation and management of contracting policies, playbooks and templates. Drafting and reviewing standard terms and conditions and providing expert guidance on the same to internal departments across the Workdry Group. Providing clarification on legal language or documents, communicating the relevant details, risks and opportunities in a clear and understandable format. Communicating contractual obligations to the appropriate business team to facilitate compliance with ongoing requirements. Providing legal input on utility company framework agreements and negotiating the same. Conducting research on legal issues and developments, staying up to date with changes in law and regulations that may affect the Workdry Group. Providing practical and commercially focused legal advice on a variety of legal issues. Qualifications & Experience: A qualified solicitor with circa 3-5 PQE. A strong background in commercial law. A strong understanding of intellectual property rights, particularly in the context of product development. A strong understanding of data protection law and the ability to apply their knowledge commercially in a business environment. Excellent drafting and contract negotiation skills. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. The ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively and couple expert legal knowledge with practical business acumen. A proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management. An ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively. Excellent communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. An ability to think beyond the brief and anticipate potential scenarios. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills sometimes working under pressure or to tight deadlines. An understanding of the contractual framework surrounding projects within the UK utilities market, and public procurement sector is preferred but not essential. What we can offer you: We understand balancing work and life commitments isn t always easy, that s why we ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life. Competitive salary Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments) 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays Holiday buying (up to an additional week) Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for yourself Medical cash plan for yourself reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary Life assurance protection at 3 x salary Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral) Hybrid working (minimum of 3 days per week in the office based in Chandlers Ford) pattern Support for development and training This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you. EDI Statement Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.

Case and Contract Manager Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary : £55,242 per year rising to £57,644 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent Closing date: 17/05/2026 The Role Are you an experienced legal services or regulatory professional? Are you looking for an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of essential fitness to practise services? This is a brand new role at Social Work England, created to strengthen how we work with our external legal provider and how we manage complex fitness to practise cases. As our Case and Contract Manager, you'll have a real opportunity to shape how this role operates, influence our approach, and make a visible impact from day one. Working with a high level of autonomy, you'll oversee our external legal provider contract and provide senior direction on complex cases, working closely with our investigations team and Head of Investigations. Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England. We focus on protecting the public, supporting positive change in social work, and maintaining confidence in the profession. Every day, social workers help millions of people improve their lives, and our role is to ensure regulation supports safe and effective practice. About the role This role brings together contract oversight, performance management, and senior case leadership. You'll be responsible for ensuring our external legal provider delivers high-quality work, meets performance expectations, and progresses cases efficiently and in line with our regulatory framework. You'll provide clear instructions and direction on complex fitness to practise cases, including case planning, investigative actions and support during hearings. Using your regulatory knowledge and judgement, you'll help ensure decisions are proportionate, well-reasoned and robust. A key part of the role is monitoring performance. You'll review data, spot themes and trends, and have confident conversations with senior external stakeholders to challenge delivery, set expectations and drive improvement. As a new role, you'll also help shape how we approach contract oversight and performance reporting going forward. What you'll do As Case and Contract Manager, you will: Act as the main point of accountability for our external legal provider, ensuring contractual, performance and financial requirements are met. Provide direction and instructions on complex fitness to practise cases, including during hearings. Monitor KPIs, service levels and case data, identifying risks, trends and areas for improvement. Hold the external legal provider to account through clear challenge, constructive discussion and escalation where needed. Work closely with internal teams, including investigations and commercial colleagues, to support effective contract delivery. Make sound, independent decisions on complex or high-risk regulatory issues. Produce clear, concise reports for senior leaders on performance, risk and contract matters. Build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders, influencing outcomes through credibility and expertise. Share learning from cases, data and emerging themes to support good practice and continuous improvement. Provide advice and guidance to colleagues on case instructions and contract compliance. About you At Social Work England, our values guide how we work. We are Fearless, Independent, Ambitious, act with Integrity, and are Collaborative and Transparent. We're looking for someone who reflects these values in how they work and make decisions. For this role, you'll also need: Postgraduate-level education or equivalent experience in a legal services, regulatory or statutory environment. A strong understanding of regulatory processes, including investigations, hearings and adjudication. Experience making or overseeing complex case or regulatory decisions that can withstand challenge. Experience overseeing contracts or services, including performance monitoring and KPIs. Confidence analysing data, identifying trends and responding to emerging risks or issues. The ability to have high-level, sometimes challenging conversations with senior stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including reporting to senior leaders. The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain attention to detail. You do not need to be a qualified lawyer to apply for this role. This role may suit you if you've worked as a: Legal Services Manager, Regulatory Case Manager, Fitness to Practise Manager, Hearings Manager, Investigations Manager, Regulatory Operations Manager, Professional Discipline Manager or Regulatory Contracts Manager, Partnerships Manager, Legal Manager, Procurement Manager. Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer: Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays. The option to buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave each year. A TIDE award-winning inclusive culture, with staff networks, forums and social events. A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and a cycle to work scheme. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Social Work England, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor (Associate/Senior Associate) with 5+ years' PQE sought for leading Legal 500 ranked construction department The Opportunity Due to continued growth, my client is looking to hire an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor to join their Legal 500 ranked Construction team in London. This role has a strong focus on contracts and transactional project work. The team advises on a broad range of high-value and complex matters, including procurement strategies, engineering and construction documentation, joint venture agreements, PFI/PPP arrangements, and alliance agreements. The caseload is genuinely varied, often with an international scope, offering exposure to large, complex projects across multiple sectors. You will work with a diverse client base, including contractors, developers, employers, operators, investors and insurers. This role offers the opportunity to take on significant responsibility, with clear progression prospects and the chance to play a key role in supporting the team's continued expansion at senior level. The Firm Our client is a well-established law firm, with a strong pipeline of work and an excellent platform for senior lawyers to develop their practice. Partners are approachable, and there is a genuine emphasis on career progression and business development. Requirements Qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE Strong experience in non-contentious construction matters A mixed background or career changers will be considered, provided you have some relevant non-contentious construction experience Contractor-side experience would be advantageous Benefits Hybrid and flexible working Clear progression structure with direct Partner track High-quality international work and strong client exposure Supportive and collaborative team environment To be considered for this opportunity, please apply or contact Sophie Cogger at Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

SENIOR IN HOUSE COMMERCIAL AND CONSTRUCTION LAWYER - ENERGY & POWER LONDON HYBRID WORKING - 3 DAYS PER WEEK IN OFFICE; 2 DAYS FROM HOME PERMANENT ROLE Role Overview: Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a fast growing, UK based owner, operator and developer of energy assets in their search for a Senior In House Lawyer. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on project development, construction, commercial, procurement and operational matters for energy & infrastructure projects. Our client's legal team legal team works closely with the commercial, technical and finance teams to provide high quality, business focused advice and support. Their in house lawyers play an active part in key commercial decision making and risk management. This role will focus on supporting the legal team in all activities related to the development and commercial management of power projects. This will involve working closely with the project development, engineering and procurement teams and external stakeholders. Key Accountabilities: Manage and lead the drafting, preparation, negotiation and execution of a wide range of construction, procurement and commercial contracts Identify and manage legal, commercial and contractual risks and ensure appropriate mitigations are in place Develop and maintain policies around contract approvals, template management and document retention Provide clear, pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice to multi-disciplinary teams with new build projects and development opportunities Advise internal stakeholders on risk exposure and dispute resolution strategies Assist with any contractual disputes, litigation and arbitration matters, including pre-action strategy and formal proceedings Develop and support internal governance and approval processes, including coordinating with compliance, risk, finance and other internal stakeholders as appropriate Instruct and manage various external counsel to obtain, challenge and finalise legal advice, opinions and drafting on various projects and agreements Track and code external legal spend ensuring alignment with budget expectations Carry out factual and legal research as required About You: UK qualified Solicitor with 6-8 years of post-qualified experience Previous experience within the energy or infrastructure sectors Experience in procurement, vendor management, supplier relationship management or contract management Experience drafting and negotiating construction contracts Advising on and drafting FIDIC and MF/1 contracts Experience of advising on and managing disputes within the infrastructure or energy sectors would be desirable although not essential Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

IN HOUSE COMMERCIAL AND CONSTRUCTION LAWYER - ENERGY & POWER LONDON HYBRID WORKING - 3 DAYS PER WEEK IN OFFICE; 2 DAYS FROM HOME PERMANENT ROLE Role Overview: Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a fast growing, UK based owner, operator and developer of energy assets in their search for an In House Lawyer. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on project development, construction, commercial, procurement and operational matters for energy & infrastructure projects. Our client's legal team legal team works closely with the commercial, technical and finance teams to provide high quality, business focused advice and support. Their in house lawyers play an active part in key commercial decision making and risk management. This role will focus on supporting the legal team in all activities related to the development and commercial management of power projects. This will involve working closely with the project development, engineering and procurement teams and external stakeholders. Key Accountabilities: Advising project and execution teams on legal and commercial issues and risks arising through the whole lifecycle of renewable and conventional energy projects; Advising, independently and in conjunction with senior lawyers and/or external counsel, on a range of contracts with local and international counterparties related to the construction, project development and commercial operation of our assets; Drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke contracts for the procurement of assets and services; Advising on the acquisition of renewable and conventional energy assets, businesses, and development opportunities; Working closely with and advising the commercial and financial specialists within the team in negotiations and assisting prompt decision-making among key stakeholders; Assessing project risks and risk management strategies and presenting these to directors and senior team members; Providing proactive legal support to commercial and operations teams on projects that are in-contract and completed and assist monitoring of on-going performance to enable the business to anticipate issues and manage risks that may arise; Ensuring that projects and transactions comply with all relevant corporate and regulatory requirements; Reviewing or performing legal due diligence where required; Ensuring ongoing compliance with responsibilities under law and regulation; Instructing, liaising with, and working alongside external legal counsel where required, including managing such external legal counsel to ensure that costs are minimised and delivered on budget; and About You: UK qualified Solicitor with 3-6 years post qualification experience either in private practice or In House Previous experience within the energy or infrastructure sectors Experience drafting and negotiating key commercial, construction and/or procurement contracts Experience of advising on and managing disputes within the infrastructure or energy sectors would be desirable although not essential. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a junior construction solicitor to join the Birmingham office of a leading international law firm with a particularly strong reputation in the real estate, development and infrastructure sectors. The firm has a long-established presence in the UK market and is widely recognised for advising across the built environment, housing, infrastructure and regeneration sectors. With offices across the UK and internationally, the firm regularly acts for developers, contractors, investors, housing providers, lenders and public sector bodies on complex development projects. The Birmingham office forms a key part of the firm's national projects and construction offering and works closely with colleagues across the UK on major schemes. The Role You will join a well-regarded Projects & Construction team that advises on a wide range of non-contentious construction matters, supporting clients through the full lifecycle of construction and development projects. Working alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers, you will gain exposure to a broad range of work including: Drafting and negotiating construction documentation, including building contracts, consultant appointments, collateral warranties and third-party rights Advising on standard form construction contracts including JCT, NEC and other industry standard forms Supporting clients on procurement strategies and project structuring Advising on risk allocation and contractual arrangements across development projects Working closely with the firm's real estate, planning, projects and finance teams on large-scale development schemes Assisting with construction due diligence on property and corporate transactions Supporting on large regeneration, residential and mixed-use development projects The team is particularly active across residential development, large regeneration schemes, infrastructure and public sector projects, advising clients across both the public and private sectors.

Construction Associate (4+ PQE) Location: Cardiff Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 (DOE) Working Pattern: Full-time Flexible working available The Opportunity A leading UK Top 60 law firm is looking to appoint a Construction Associate (4+ PQE) into its growing Real Estate & Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded practice known for its collaborative culture, strong client base, and genuinely supportive working environment. You'll work closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers on a broad mix of high-quality non-contentious construction matters , with exposure to contentious work where desired. Why This Role? Lower target hours - circa 1200 billable hours Competitive salary (£75k-£90k DOE) Firm-wide bonus + up to 10% performance bonus Excellent flexibility and work-life balance Strong reputation across multiple practice areas Opportunity to work with high-profile clients across sectors The Team The Construction team advises across sectors including retail, hospitality, leisure, and large-scale residential and commercial development . Known for its strength in non-contentious work, the team also handles dispute avoidance and resolution matters. You'll collaborate closely with Real Estate and wider practice groups, giving you exposure to complex, multi-disciplinary projects . The Role Your work will include: Drafting and negotiating JCT, NEC, and FIDIC contracts Advising on consultant appointments, subcontracts, and collateral warranties Supporting on development projects and real estate transactions Conducting construction due diligence Advising on risk management and procurement strategies Assisting on disputes including adjudication, mediation, and litigation This role offers early responsibility, direct client contact, and the chance to play a key role in growing the northern and Cardiff offering. About You 4+ years' PQE in construction law Strong experience in non-contentious construction work (contentious exposure beneficial) Commercial, proactive, and client-focused mindset Excellent drafting and communication skills Interest in business development and client relationship building Comfortable working collaboratively across offices Location Flexibility Working in their Cardiff, the firm offers fantastic flexibility with many people commuting from Bristol and surrounding regions 1-2 day's a week. LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. We run inclusive recruitment processes and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know.

To take a leading role in identifying, analysing and managing business and compliance risk and to draft, critically evaluate and agree robust terms and conditions for commercial contracts covering products and services supplied by, and to, the Group of Companies. Client Details A UK-based technology group that designs, manufactures, and supports advanced underwater and subsea technologies for global defence and commercial maritime customers Description Provide specialist legal advice and support on commercial contracts within the defence sector, including sales, IP licensing, procurement, collaboration, consulting, master services, indemnity, and non-disclosure agreements. Review and assess customer contractual terms and conditions, identifying deviations from Company standards and policies, and highlighting actual and potential risks relating to liability, intellectual property, warranties, and security. Advise on non-contractual legal matters where required and manage interactions with external legal advisers and specialists. Support commercial teams and senior management during contract negotiations by providing clear recommendations, options, and proposed amendments; liaising directly with customers where appropriate to achieve acceptable agreements. Contribute to the development of commercial and contractual awareness across the Group through guidance, updates, and structured training initiatives. Research and advise on country-specific legal and regulatory requirements impacting contractual obligations and Company compliance. Liaise with insurers, lawyers, and other external advisers to clarify contractual issues and obtain specialist input to support negotiations. Maintain accurate and auditable records for all non-standard contracts, including correspondence, policy deviations, amendments, and executed agreements. Ensure contract management activities align with Company policies, procedures, and best practice across the Group. Work closely with internal functions including Governance & Risk, Finance, Sales, HSE, and HR to ensure contractual compliance relating to insurance, export controls, health and safety, tax, and employment matters. Maintain strong working knowledge of FARs, DFARS, DPAS, DEFCONs, DEFFORMS, and other procurement regulations across multiple jurisdictions, and advise accordingly. Profile Law degree with strong commercial legal foundations. Proven experience in a Commercial / Contracts Manager or similar role, with hands-on expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide range of commercial contracts in-house or private practice. Background in defence and related sectors (oil & gas, offshore renewables, engineering, oceanographic), with experience of complex, high-risk commercial agreements. Demonstrable experience in international and cross-border contracting, including ownership of bespoke drafting across multiple OpCos and jurisdictions. Advanced contract drafting capability, including collaboration, R&D, reseller, and agency agreements, with strong commercial risk analysis. Solid understanding of intellectual property, third-party software risks, and IP protection strategies. Strong commercial judgement, able to develop pragmatic risk-mitigation solutions within legal and regulatory frameworks. Comfortable working independently under pressure, managing volume, detail, and tight deadlines. Experience advising and influencing commercial teams and senior stakeholders in contract negotiations. Ability to lead reseller/agent frameworks, due diligence, and competition law advice across a group environment. Job Offer Discretionary performance-related bonus (PRP) based on company and individual performance 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days Flexible working arrangements scheme to support work-life balance Christmas shutdown, with additional paid time off over the festive period Generous pension scheme (Aviva), with company contributions increasing with age Group life assurance (6x basic salary death-in-service benefit) Group income protection scheme following company sick pay period Westfield Health Cash Plan providing cashback on healthcare and wellbeing services Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for personal, legal, financial, and wellbeing matters) Cycle to Work scheme Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme and EV charging points at HQ (eligibility criteria apply) Training and development opportunities across the business Active wellbeing initiatives and programmes Costco membership available to employees Payroll giving scheme for charitable donations Regular social activities organised by a social committee Sonardyne Champions recognition scheme (£250 award) Long service awards recognising , and 40 years' service

Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor Rate: Very competitive Location: West Midlands Working: Predominantly remotely About the Commercial Contracts Role: Sellick Partnership is currently recruiting for a Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor (or equivalent) to join a local authority based in the West Midlands. The role is to line manage a sizable team of lawyers, all of whom are dedicated to contracts work. As the Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor you will lead a team of 7 lawyers, including 1 to 1s, case allocation and addressing any training needs. Key Responsibilities of the Commercial Contracts role: The successful Commercial Contracts Solicitor or Barrister will be able to 'hit the ground running' and manage their own caseload of mainly commercial matters: Experience of high-value contracts - reviewing, amending and drafting Dealing with internal stakeholders and external clients Must be able to deal with hurdles in a diplomatic way Working on standard contracts for goods and services Advising on new procurement legislation Advising on contract interpretation and dispute resolution Candidates must have previous experience as a Team Lead or Principal. This is a large team and needs an experienced manager at the helm. Benefits of the Lawyer role: Flexible working hours Mainly remote working Fantastic hourly rate and a lengthy ongoing contract We are especially interested in speaking with candidates with a public sector or local government background. How to apply for the Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor role: To apply, please submit your CV and/or cover letter via this page or alternatively, contact Kate Jasper in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.