The Client

Sacco Mann is privileged to be working alongside a growing and ambitious multi-disciplined consultancy, in recruiting a permanent Legal Counsel into a brand-new position based (primarily) in Liverpool, with hybrid working offered and the opportunity to also work from their Manchester offices.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director and CEO, you will work closely with project managers, administrative teams, and external legal advisors, overseeing the review, coordination, and management of client contracts, fee proposals, and technical documentation. Your role will be pivotal in driving clarity, consistency, and commercial robustness across all formal engagements, with a focus on resolving contractual issues and supporting bid submissions.

PART TIME APPLICATIONS ARE EQUALLY WELCOMED!!!!

The Person

The successful candidate is ideally a qualified solicitor with significant commercial/contracts experience. Exposure to the construction or consultancy sectors is a distinct advantage, UK experience is essential.

You'll have a demonstrable commercial approach to legal issues and strong communication skills with excellent written and critical analysis abilities and enjoy engaging confidently with professionals at all levels.

The Role

Offering an opportunity to create a fit-for-purpose legal function, this is a rare role which will expand in time, presenting the successful candidate to grow in synergy with the ambition of the group. Day to day you\'ll initially be active in reviewing and managing client documentation such as appointments, collateral warranties, and contractual agreements, supporting fee bid preparations, contract amendments, and maintaining contractual standard documentation. This is a supportive organisation and investor in people offering structured career development and learning opportunities, and there is scope in time to take on a wider role which you can influence.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary,


• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays,


• Biannual performance bonus scheme


• 5% employer pension contribution (matched)


• Income Protection & Death in Service cover


• Holiday Enhancement

The role is open to those candidates seeking either full or part time/reduced hours.