Projects Lawyer (Commercial)

Projects Lawyer (Commercial)

Location: Leeds (Hybrid – Minimum 2 Days in Office)

Salary: £49,300 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Projects Lawyer to join a dynamic public sector legal team based in Leeds. This role involves advising on major infrastructure, construction, regeneration, and transport schemes, as well as commercial and contract law. The successful candidate will benefit from agile working arrangements, with a newly refurbished office just two minutes from Leeds train station.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality legal advice on complex infrastructure, regeneration, and transport projects
• Draft and negotiate high-value commercial contracts, funding agreements, and loan documentation
• Advise on contract disputes, subsidy control, competition law, and intellectual property issues
• Work closely with key stakeholders, local authorities, and external partners to ensure project success
• Conduct legal research, draft reports, and provide training to colleagues and project managers
• Play a key role in managing legal risks and ensuring compliance with public sector regulations

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant post-qualification experience
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement, and commercial agreements
• Experience advising on large-scale public sector projects
• Ability to negotiate complex agreements and provide strategic legal advice
• Excellent communication skills, with experience engaging with senior stakeholders and external partners

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £49,300 per annum
• Great work-life balance with hybrid working (2 days per week in the office)
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Agile working arrangements in a modern office space in Leeds city centre
• Professional development opportunities, including training and mentoring

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused lawyer looking to work on high-profile public sector projects.

If you are interested in this role, please submit your application today.