Senior Legal Counsel – Watford

A senior legal counsel in Watford offers expert legal advice on construction and infrastructure projects within an in-house legal team. Responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating construction contracts, the role involves working closely with project teams and external legal advisors to ensure contractual compliance and risk management. The candidate should have significant experience in non-contentious construction law, including familiarity with industry-standard contract forms such as JCT, NEC, and FIDIC. The position requires strong contract drafting, negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. The legal counsel will also mentor colleagues, develop legal documentation, and support contractual awareness through training. The role focuses on pragmatic legal solutions to enable commercial objectives while effectively managing legal risks.