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    Construction Lawyer - Manchester, United Kingdom - Transport for Greater Manchester

    Transport for Greater Manchester
    Transport for Greater Manchester Manchester, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Would you relish the opportunity to be at the heart of developing Greater Manchester to be the biggest regional economy outside of London? Are you seeking a new opportunity to further develop your career as an in-house construction lawyer working on high profile, high value projects which contribute towards improving travel for the public of Greater Manchester? If so, then we have the role for you

    Your Role

    Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is seeking a qualified construction lawyer with between 6-9 years post-qualification experience to assist in the delivery of large scale and high-profile transport projects such as the Bee Network, Bus Franchising, Northern Powerhouse Rail/Network North the Metrolink renewal and enhancement programme, TfGM's future infrastructure programmes and Facilities Management. It is an exciting time to join our supportive in-house team who are passionate about nurturing our lawyers' careers within the business providing you with exposure to some fantastic development opportunities.

    You can find out more information about the role

    Who are we?

    Joining our large and supportive in-house legal team who cover a number of different areas of expertise, you will ultimately be providing legal services to the Organisation in accordance with policy and organisational requirements and dependant on your level of experience you will support or lead on the negotiating and drafting of construction documentation (including NEC 3 and NEC4) as well as ensuring that risks, as a result of construction elements of transactions, are recognised and managed accordingly.

    What you'll bring

    You will be a non-contentious construction solicitor/Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with experience in the construction law field (preferably in a public sector environment but this is not essential). This role will require substantial and demonstrable post qualification experience in construction matters and experience in NEC construction contracts.

    You will have commercial acumen and proven experience of undertaking construction matters with between 6-9 years post-qualification experience. You will also have the ability to engage with private and public sector partners to secure efficient delivery of Greater Manchester's ambitious transport and infrastructure projects and initiatives.

    What we can offer you

    As part of a large, supportive and valued legal team, you will be given a diverse and interesting construction workload. You will receive training and support from a highly experienced team, which will enable you to enhance your skills and knowledge. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has made the decision to specialise in the construction field and wishes to become an accomplished construction law practitioner in a unique, innovative and forward-thinking public sector environment.

    Benefits


    •A salary of £56,361– £63,438 per annum dependant on competency and level of post-qualification experience


    •28 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)


    •Flexible and hybrid working options to promote and support a good work/life balance


    •Free Metrolink/bus or rail travel to and from work within the Greater Manchester boundary


    •Membership of the Greater Manchester Local Government Pension Scheme with generous pension scheme contributions


    •Commitment to learning and personal/professional development and upskilling with reimbursement of professional body/membership fees, where essential to the role in question


    •Provision of additional support to staff (where required) through TfGM's employee assistance programme in order to promote better physical and mental health

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