Construction Lawyer @ Global Energy Company

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Heriot Brown In-House Legal Recruitment Full time
Job Description

Location: 4 days remote work, 1 day on-site

Specialism: Non-contentious Construction

Compensation: Competitive

PQE: 3+ (Applicants with less experience are encouraged to apply)

About the role

We are hiring a Legal Counsel exclusively for one of our top clients, a leading global energy company. You will be responsible for supporting the General Counsel and Senior Counsel in various legal areas such as Construction, Regulatory, Compliance, and Commercial matters.

We seek a lawyer eager to enhance their construction expertise and passionate about project-focused work.

Key Responsibilities

  • To draft, negotiate, and offer advice on construction contracts, finding solutions and options for resolution.
  • To lead in managing complex, high-value, or high-risk matters, including proposing strategic ideas or solutions, considering business risk in all situations.
  • To identify and handle potential disputes or claims, lead strategic advice to prevent such issues, and efficiently manage any formal dispute.
  • To be a key point of contact for business stakeholders, ensuring the legal team and the organization are informed on key matters and challenges.

Knowledge & Experience

  • Relevant post-qualification experience as a solicitor or barrister admitted in England & Wales, or equivalent.
  • Thorough knowledge of construction supply chain contracts, including NEC and FIDIC.
  • Providing proactive, business-focused advice at a senior level to anticipate risks and avoid problems.
  • Comprehensive legal knowledge and experience, preferably in the construction sector, and strong commercial acumen.

For more details, please contact Sam Gadsdon at Heriot Brown.


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