Commercial Solicitor Expert

1 day ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Solicitor to join our team in London on a 12-month contract. As an In House Counsel, you will be responsible for advising on high-value tenders, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, and providing guidance on a range of legislation affecting the business.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years PQE experience with a commercial and construction law background, preferably with experience working both in-house and in private practice.

Salary: £350-£400 per day inside IR35

Key Responsibilities
  1. Advising on high value tenders; drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, consultancy and service contracts, goods, works and construction contracts;
  2. Advising on a range of legislation including Electricity Act, Data Protection Act, New Roads and Street Works Act, Town and Country Planning Act, Health and Safety legislation and TUPE;
  3. Advising on intellectual property issues;
  4. Advising the business, including senior executives on compliance with legislation affecting the business;
  5. Drafting, negotiating and advising upon the interpretation of contracts; leading negotiations opposite partners and senior associates from City law firms;
  6. Preparing and delivering training on current legal issues to the legal team and to business colleagues;
  7. Awareness of and ability to advise upon impact of competition law;
  8. Instruction of and supervision of the work of external solicitors;
  9. If requested, to assume responsibility for the output and standard of work of less experienced staff and solicitors;
  10. Advising on disputes and assisting on a range of litigation matters.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  1. Qualified Solicitor with 2:1 degree and at least 2 years PQE experience with a commercial and construction law background;
  2. Experience working both in-house and in private practice preferred;
  3. The ability to communicate clearly and authoritatively at senior level and to manage complex negotiations opposite partners and senior associates from City law firms;
  4. The commitment and ability to manage an extensive and varied workload under pressure and to tight timescales;
  5. The ability to work as part of a team communicating clearly with internal clients and external customers;
  6. Good keyboard and IT skills;
  7. Experience working in a regulated environment, utilities sector preferred;
  8. Experience working with the NEC suite of contracts. NEC ECC Project Manager Accreditation would be an advantage.


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