In House Counsel - Lead Legal Counsel - Commercial Construction - 3-5PQE
Our client is a leading commercial construction company. They are looking for a Lead in house Counsel with broad commercial and construction experience to join their team in Surrey (Hybrid). You will have 3-5 years of commercial experience with relevant in-house experience preferred.
As Legal Counsel, you will:
1. Provide accurate, relevant, and timely legal advice on a range of topics, including property, employment, litigation, IP, and HSE investigations.
2. Advise on contracts, agreements, and transactions, mitigating legal risks and supporting Contract Managers on contractual issues.
3. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts across a wide variety of areas, including tenders, framework agreements, T&I contracts, MOUs, and confidentiality agreements, using templates such as LOGIC, FIDIC, NEC, JCT, and IMCA.
4. Identify and assess legal risks while preparing contractual risk summaries and advising tender teams on mitigation strategies.
5. Support dispute resolution, managing claims, litigation, arbitration, and mediation, and working with external counsel when required.
6. Provide training to staff on legal and contractual matters, promoting a culture of legal awareness and compliance.
7. Collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders, the management team, Group Legal, and external counsel, to deliver effective legal solutions.
As Legal Counsel, you will report to the Executive VP and be part of a collaborative and supportive legal team, working closely with senior leaders. You will be offered a fast-paced environment and your commercial background and strong business acumen will encourage you to manage multiple priorities.
HOW TO CONTACT US
Please APPLY and attach your CV and/or contact JAMES HERBERT of the In house team at Marsden Group for a confidential discussion about this role and any other in-house roles.
Marsden is an experienced global recruitment consultancy with a personal touch, extensive industry experience, and an understanding of the significance of managing your career.
All applications will be reviewed and a consultant will be in touch if we can assist you. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
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