Senior Legal Counsel, Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure

1 month ago


England East Sussex Kent, UK, United Kingdom LHH Recruitment Solutions Full time

Position: Senior Legal Counsel, Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure
Role Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: East Sussex (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Up to £95,000 per annum (DOE), plus bonus and benefits

Are you an experienced legal professional with a background in infrastructure projects? Our client, a leading utilities company, is seeking a dynamic and skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in East Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in critical infrastructure projects and provide key legal support in a growing and essential sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and support on a variety of high-end infrastructure projects.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate project contracts and agreements, with particular expertise in JCT and NEC contracts would be an advantage.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage legal risks and ensure smooth execution of infrastructure projects.
  • Advise on regulatory matters affecting the utilities sector and help navigate complex legal frameworks.
  • Support the business in developing legal strategies to manage project-related challenges and risks.

Requirements:

  • UK-qualified Solicitor or Barrister with project experience within the infrastructure sector, with a minimum of 8 years expedience.
  • Ideally have experience JCT, NEC contracts, and public procurement processes.
  • Expertise in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating infrastructure-related contracts.
  • Proven ability to manage legal risks in large-scale projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary up to £95,000 per annum (DOE), plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Hybrid working arrangement, offering flexibility between office and remote work.
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects in the utilities sector.
  • Professional growth and development in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.



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