Job Description
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WSP UK is currently recruiting an experienced solicitor to join its thriving in‑house legal team. In this role you will work in partnership with WSP’s business to support its growth, while managing legal and commercial risk. You must be able to understand and advise on a wide range of construction and engineering related matters, including major procurements and projects involving complex contracting arrangements. Experience of working in the sectors would be advantageous. The role requires a self‑starter who is confident working with senior internal stakeholders as well as external parties including clients, sub‑consultants and their representatives.
A Little More About Your Role
* Supporting WSP's growth by providing timely and commercially focussed legal advice while embedding a culture of contractual risk management and compliance.
* Reviewing and negotiating contractual documentation including consultancy agreements, project contracts, joint venture and teaming agreements, framework agreements, collateral warranties, deeds of novation, reliance letters, non‑disclosure agreements, letters of intent, and sub‑consultancy agreements.
* Assisting with corporate governance in relation to contract reviews and approvals to bid for work or enter into contracts.
* Providing guidance on tender processes and bid documentation.
* Advising the business on legal and contractual matters as projects are delivered.
* Liaising with internal bid teams and project teams, commercial managers and other operational, technical and support staff.
* Updating the business on relevant legal developments and delivering legal training.
* Contributing to the legal ‘know‑how’ within the Legal team.
* Working collaboratively with colleagues and participating in a supportive and professional team environment.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
* Solicitor qualified in England & Wales, with relevant post‑qualification experience of reviewing and advising on contractual matters within the engineering, construction or advisory sector.
* Experience of being in‑house at an engineering consultancy or a contractor is preferable.
* Experience of relevant standard form contracts and complex contracting arrangements.
* Educated to degree level or equivalent.
* Construction sector experience or interest.
* Confidently manages day‑to‑day tasks under supervision, contributes developing expertise to the legal team.
* Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
* Ability to work without supervision under pressure, meet deadlines and seek assistance when required.
* Proactive approach with the ability to prioritise between competing business demands.
* Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
* Previous in‑house experience at an engineering consultancy or contractor is preferred.
What’s In It For You
* Work‑life balance: hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week.
* Inclusivity & Belonging: inclusive culture and employee resource groups.
* Health & Wellbeing: access to virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, gym scheme and menopause support package.
* Flex your time: 'WSP My Hour' one hour each day for personal activities, part‑time and flexible working arrangements.
* Development: support for training, mentoring and chartership.
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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