Overview

Our client is a global infrastructure business with operations in over 80 countries, delivering landmark projects in transportation, energy, and water management. With an annual turnover exceeding €16 billion and a team of 10,000+ employees, they are recognized for their innovation, sustainability, and excellence in complex engineering challenges

The company is looking for a Legal Counsel to join a transformative £3bn infrastructure project in Manchester, offering the chance to shape a significant Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and oversight on all contractual and regulatory matters related to the project
• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and operational requirements under NEC4 contracts
• Manage stakeholder relationships, including joint venture (JV) partners, subcontractors, and government authorities
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with the project
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of contracts, including procurement, construction, and operational agreements
• Support dispute resolution and claims management in collaboration with the team
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations to provide strategic legal support

Requirements:

• Experience: Extensive experience providing legal counsel on major infrastructure projects, particularly within PPP/NEC4 contract frameworks
• Qualifications: Law degree, a qualification as a solicitor is a plus (UK or equivalent jurisdiction)
• Skills: Strong contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and risk management expertise
• Profile: Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder structures and work effectively in high-pressure environments

Who are we?

We work in-house with ambitious companies helping them to hire and retain market-leading talent.

With offices in both London and Copenhagen, Anzurra works globally providing embedded, on-demand, and flexible recruitment solutions, which help businesses scale to their potential.