Overview

Solicitor – Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure LTD

Location: North West, Salford Quays — Office Based, with flexibility for remote working

We are looking for an experienced and talented Solicitor to provide legal support to our commercial function within our construction division.

Key Accountabilities

• Review and negotiate Building Contracts/Framework Agreements and ancillary documentation (sub-contracts, consultant appointments, novations, collateral warranties, confidentiality agreements, vesting etc)
• Provide legal and strategic advice to the Commercial function on tender submissions and live projects
• Provide support in relation to contentious construction matters including a working knowledge of dispute resolution procedures (adjudication, mediation, litigation and arbitration) as well as pre-action support including instructing and managing experts
• Contribute to the management of our legal precedents
• Legal research including awareness of proposed legislative changes and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with new legislation
• Ensure that all agreed processes regarding contract formation and approval levels are adhered to
• Be adaptable and, to the extent not already able, willing to learn and gain experience on other legal matters which arise (including risk and compliance, competition law, bribery, public procurement, intellectual property, employment, GDPR, property, IT projects etc) with external support as necessary
• Provide risk management advice to the business
• Prepare/provide legal guidance and training sessions to commercial colleagues
• Adequately manage external legal resource and control of legal spend
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal clients to promote confidence and satisfaction in the legal function
• Support and promote 100% Safe, Perfect Delivery and the Morgan Sindall Values across the business

Essential

• Solicitor qualified to practice in England and Wales and/or Scotland (5-7 years PQE, for guidance only)
• Construction law experience within a reputable private practice firm or in-house team
• Sector experience including knowledge of construction/engineering projects from a legal perspective and good knowledge of key standard form contracts (JCT and NEC)
• Degree qualified

Desirable

• Contentious construction/claims/insurance experience
• Knowledge/experience of the construction industry
• Experience of PPC contracts and other standard forms
• Experience of advising on and considering issues of risk and compliance, GDPR, IT/SAAS contracts and other wider legal experience

Personal attributes / skills

• The ability to work autonomously and within a multi-skilled environment
• Able to clearly articulate legal issues in an accessible way to commercial and technical colleagues
• Ability to deal with a wide range of people across the business whilst being comfortable acting autonomously in a commercial, fast-paced environment
• Good management skills, with the ability to motivate self and colleagues to achieve high standards of compliance
• Ability to contribute effectively and collaboratively within a small team environment with a flat management structure
• Ability to plan and deliver actions to the required level of detail and deadlines
• Versatility to adapt to changing priorities within a high-pressured working environment whilst maintaining a high degree of accuracy
• Support the business functions and projects by identifying and advising on best practice and improvements
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to work independently and able to influence and persuade others
• Receptive to learning new skills, both organically and through external training where required
• Ability to use judgement and make decisions in ambiguous situations
• Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook
• Discrete and with a respect for confidentiality
• Friendly, approachable and professional customer-focused relations with others

What can we offer you?

Legal Services at Morgan Sindall Construction is a small team and works collaboratively together as well as working closely with the senior commercial team. The Legal Services team are in the North West of England, but the role is for the national business with opportunities to travel to sites and offices across England, Scotland and Wales. There will be occasions to travel, with flexible arrangements. The role is available on a hybrid basis between the Salford Quays office, home and other Morgan Sindall locations. This is a full-time role, but flexible and part-time working will be considered.

Equality Statement

Morgan Sindall Construction seeks to recruit the best person for each of our roles, based on merit alone and free from bias. We’re committed to treating all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of background, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We recruit individuals who embody our core values of professionalism, expertise and trust, which has given us a diverse workforce across our organisation.

Morgan Sindall Construction is committed to collaborating with skilled and dedicated people, and we recognise valuable experience gained outside of the industry. We are welcoming and fully supportive of Veteran and Service Leaver applicants for all roles within the business.

We celebrate our diverse teams and aim to create an inclusive, collaborative and rewarding place to work. If you want to join an organisation that values your unique contributions, apply to us today.

Diversity and Inclusion

Our aim is to create a workplace built on acceptance, respect, and inclusion, where everyone belongs and can contribute meaningfully. We encourage applicants regardless of religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family, or parental status. Morgan Sindall Construction is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People “Two Ticks” accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.