Robert Half
Job title:
Legal Counsel – Construction firm (London or Leeds)
Company
Robert Half
Job description
Job Description:In-House Legal CounselConstruction firmBased in either London or LeedsHybrid working (1 day per week in the office)£70K-£80K + bonus + £5K car allowanceThe role:
- Providing commercially focused legal advice on a broad range of projects ensuring compliance with applicable law.
- Reviewing, negotiating and/or drafting agreements and conducting contract negotiations with project counterparties primarily for construction, refurbishment and related services.
- Supporting on commercial and contractual matters for tenders, projects, variations and on-going contractual and operational matters.
- Assisting on the governance of transactions at local and group level.
- Working closely with colleagues throughout the group and with customers.
- Managing external legal resource as required.
- Assisting in developing and delivering training on legal matters for colleagues across the business.
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor or Barrister
- Good knowledge of relevant areas of law including standard-form construction contracts, outsourcing, commercial and UK public procurement.
- Knowledge of or an experience of the UK construction industry is required
- Strong drafting, negotiating and analytical skills. Ability to draft and negotiate a variety of documentation including development, construction, consultants and services agreements.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-noticeSecurity alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself
Expected salary
£70000 – 85000 per year
Location
England
Job date
Sat, 12 Oct 2024 07:01:56 GMT
To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (tendersglobal.net) you saw this job posting.