Senior Legal Counsel
Are you a construction or commercial lawyer looking to take on a strategic role within a fast‑growing, internationally recognised energy engineering business? Clarke Energy is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support our UK & Ireland operations across major capital projects, EPC contracting and long‑term service arrangements.
Responsibilities
* Contracting for Capital Projects & EPC Delivery
o Lead negotiations for capital sales and EPC contracts, including FIDIC, MF/1, NEC, JCT and bespoke agreements.
o Ensure contract terms reflect commercial agreements and appropriately mitigate risk.
o Advise on liability caps, indemnities, liquidated damages, defects liability, relief events, security and payment terms.
* Subcontracts & Supply Chain Agreements
o Support project teams in negotiating major subcontracts and ensuring alignment with main contract obligations.
o Lead review and negotiation of supply chain agreements, including INNIO Jenbacher frameworks.
* Project Execution Support
o Provide ongoing legal guidance during project delivery to ensure contractual compliance.
o Assist with notices, claims, risk mitigation and relief event processes.
* Dispute Avoidance & Resolution
o Provide early advice to prevent disputes.
o Support commercial settlements and help shape dispute resolution strategies.
* Service (O&M) Contracting
o Negotiate long‑term maintenance and parts‑supply agreements.
o Advise on liability, indemnities, insurance, warranties and guarantees.
* Ancillary Legal Agreements
o Draft and negotiate NDAs, bonds, guarantees, direct agreements, assignments and novations.
* Compliance, Governance & Research
o Monitor changes in relevant construction, commercial and regulatory law.
o Support internal policy development and compliance initiatives.
* Training & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
o Deliver legal training to sales, project and service teams.
o Provide day‑to‑day, practical legal advice across the organisation.
Qualifications
Essential
* England & Wales qualified solicitor (minimum 5 years’ PQE) with strong non‑contentious construction law experience.
* Working knowledge of MF/1, FIDIC, NEC and JCT standard forms.
* Proven experience negotiating complex construction/EPC contracts.
Desirable
* Experience with guarantees, bonds and security instruments.
* Exposure to contentious construction matters.
* Cross‑border contracting experience.
* Sector background in energy, engineering or infrastructure.
What You'll Bring
* Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
* Clear, confident communication – both written and verbal.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
* Commercial awareness with sound judgement and a collaborative approach.
* Proactive, adaptable and capable of building strong internal relationships.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* 25 days holiday plus service‑based increases.
* Holiday buy/sell scheme.
* 7% company pension contribution.
* Health care cash plan and life assurance.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Hybrid working options.
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
EEO Statement
Clarke is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.
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