Apply for the Solicitor - In-house - Construction role at Michael Page.

Job location: Bath, United Kingdom.

Work with a talented team to provide pragmatic and commercially sound legal advice across a global portfolio of construction projects, building relationships with internal stakeholders and clients to mitigate business risks.

Description

• Providing sound and timely legal and commercial advice to mitigate commercial and contractual risks on the company's global portfolio of projects
• Reviewing, reporting on, negotiating and finalising a wide range of contractual documentation (including but not limited to consultancy appointments and sub-consultancy agreements, collateral warranties, novation agreements, letters of intent)
• Advising the business to ensure that the company's governance policies are adhered to in contract negotiations and assisting to make a case for any deviations to the governance policies where necessary
• Assisting the business in the proper operation and administration of its contracts and legal framework
• Assisting in the provision of training to the business to promote awareness on a range of legal and commercial issues relevant to the industry and projects
• Assisting with developing and implementing systems, processes and procedures to enhance the efficiency of the Commercial and Legal team and the company as a whole
• Ensuring appropriate, timely and proportionate support is provided to the Project Directors and Partners in closing out contractual negotiations and any further contract interpretation and administration assistance during project delivery
• Working collaboratively and liaising with other business service functions as necessary to ensure an inclusive, collaborative approach to resolving issues

Profile

• Legally qualified, ideally with 1-5 years' post qualification experience
• Experience in construction law and the construction industry is essential with preferably demonstrable experience in general commercial law
• Experience of drafting and reviewing contracts
• Good administrative and organisational skills
• Keen attention to detail

Job Offer

• A permanent position within a reputable organisation in Bath
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days at home

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Civil Engineering

If you are an experienced Solicitor looking for a rewarding opportunity in Bath, we encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your legal career today!