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Our client is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join their in house legal function to head the commercial & Projects team. The successful candidate will manage high-value commercial contracts and projects, and provide comprehensive legal advice within the Energy & Natural Resources industry.
Client Details
Our client is a large-scale firm operating within the Energy & Natural Resources industry.
Description
- Draft, review and negotiate a wide variety commercial contracts and agreements, also construction documents (NEC, JCT) at the same time protect the company's legal rights.
- Provide advice on procurement regulations, commercial disputes, property litigation and data protection.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, addressing their concerns while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Ensure the company adheres to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Mitigate legal risks associated with contracts and business operations.
- Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues.
- Comply with the company's policies in the carrying out of all duties.
- Have extensive knowledge of regulator and/or utility sector legal issues, gas industry related legislation and codes including relevant legislation's such as the Gas Act 1986 (and related regulations).
Profile
A successful Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial & Projects should have:
- UK/IRE Qualified with a minimum level PQE of least 6+ years.
- Excellent client care and communication skills.
- To be able to work autonomously and to produce high quality work.
- Excellent time management skills with strong prioritisation skills and ability to effectively manage your own workload.
Job Offer
- A competitive package of £80,000 to £95,000 per year
- Performance related bonus
- Hybrid working
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Retirement savings plan.
- 14 x salary Life Insurance
