Plans, builds, operates and maintains England’s motorways and major A roads.
* Providing advice to the business on land ownership, electronic communications code, powers of statutory undertakers and statutory powers available to National Highways.
* General drafting, negotiating and advising on documents such as leases, licenses, transfer deeds and property contracts, easements and wayleaves, and general legal documents
* Assisting with general and varied legal queries affecting the business.
* Providing litigation advice on a wide range of issues including encroachment on our land, defending adverse possession claims, advising on Landlord and Tenant issues including leasehold disputes and general commercial dispute.
* Providing property support on the delivery of highway schemes under the Highways Act 1980.
* Qualified to practice as a Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales or a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives
* Experience of working within a legal services division
National Highways are looking for a Lawyer with experience in all aspects of property law, as well as highways and operational matters you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of National Highway's objectives, encountering diverse and exciting legal challenges along the way. We are responsible for delivering some of the largest infrastructure projects in England, as a result the work you will be entrusted to complete will have a significant impact on us delivering what we have promised.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders and influence across all levels of the business
* In-depth understanding of Public Law
* Excellent experience of property law and highways law.
External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy.