Legal Director - Construction and Development

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Director - Construction and Development to join a well-established organisation within the UK property and infrastructure sector. This is a key leadership role within a specialist legal function, providing expert advice across complex construction, development, and commercial matters. The position offers significant exposure to large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects and the opportunity to influence delivery at a strategic level.Job Title: Legal Director - Construction and DevelopmentContract: 18-month fixed-term contractLocation: CheshireSalary: CompetitiveWorking Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remoteKey Responsibilities: Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice on construction, development, and contractual matters. Draft, review, and negotiate a range of construction and project-related agreements, including professional appointments and ancillary documentation. Support the structuring and execution of complex development arrangements across multiple stakeholders. Lead negotiations with contractors, consultants, and external counterparties. Ensure consistency and compliance across all project documentation and underlying agreements. Advise on legal risk and relevant regulatory developments affecting projects. Work closely with internal stakeholders across commercial, technical, and delivery teams. Liaise with external legal advisers as required to support transaction delivery.Essential Skills and ..... full job details .....