Part-Time Construction Lawyer - Senior Legal Counsel

Job Description

Location: London Victoria

Reports to: Head of Legal

Job Type: Part-time (3-4 days per week, hybrid working)

Experience Level: 4+ PQE

A prominent infrastructure business based in London Victoria is seeking a construction lawyer to join its high-performing legal team on a part-time basis. This is a unique opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer to play a pivotal role in delivering strategic legal support across a major infrastructure portfolio, while enjoying the flexibility to balance work with other commitments.

This role would suit a self-sufficient and pragmatic lawyer with strong construction experience who thrives in a collaborative, solutions-focused environment. The team is collegiate, well-respected within the business, and works closely with senior stakeholders across engineering, commercial, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Advise on a wide range of transactional construction matters, including major works contracts, consultancy appointments, and supply chain arrangements
2. Draft, review, and negotiate standard and bespoke construction and engineering agreements (NEC, JCT, FIDIC)
3. Support procurement activity and contract strategy across the group’s infrastructure projects
4. Provide legal input into commercial and corporate transactions involving construction elements
5. Manage legal risk in relation to project delivery, including reviewing and updating standard terms and internal policies
6. Act as a business partner to commercial and project delivery teams, embedding good contracting practices and resolving issues early
7. Handle or oversee contentious matters where required, liaising with external counsel where appropriate
8. Deliver internal training and knowledge-sharing sessions to support the team and wider business
9. Contribute to continuous improvement across the legal function, including template development and process refinement

Key Requirements

1. Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 4 years' PQE and strong construction law experience
2. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with a solid grasp of standard form contracts including NEC and JCT
3. Comfortable advising on adjacent areas such as procurement, commercial contracts, and corporate support
4. Demonstrated ability to work independently and provide clear, commercially grounded advice
5. Previous in-house experience is welcome but not essential
6. Exposure to dispute management or contentious matters within a construction environment would be advantageous

Why Join This Business

1. Flexible part-time hours with hybrid working to support work-life balance
2. High-quality legal work within a respected, stable, and forward-thinking infrastructure group
3. Collaborative and down-to-earth team culture where legal is valued as a strategic business partner
4. Involvement in nationally significant infrastructure and regeneration projects
5. Opportunity to shape the way the legal team supports project delivery and risk management

For a confidential discussion or to learn more, please contact Sam Gadsdon at sam@heriotbrown.com. All enquiries will be handled discreetly.