Your main responsibilities
1. Implement comprehensive assessment of legal risks and opportunities, as well as practical measure to mitigate risks and capture opportunities identified
2. Manage contract reviews and contentious matters related to UK and Ireland
3. Manage corporate housekeeping in UK and Ireland
4. Assume the function of a compliance officer for UK and Ireland (incl. trainings on compliance matters for management and employees)
5. Provide advice to a wide range of internal stakeholders (Managing Director, Area Management, Branch Managers, etc.)
6. Manage relations to local authorities and government
7. Network with, instruct and supervise external law firms
8. Monitor new legislation and legal trends
9. Train and advise management and employees on compliance matters as well as on new legal trends and new legislation
10. Foster a strong working relationship with the Global Legal and Compliance team regarding Group and Zone related projects, transactions and risk topics
11. Management of Legal Counsel
What you bring
12. Law school graduate and qualified solicitor; postgraduate degree (LL.M. or MBA) is of advantage
13. A minimum of 5 years PQE
14. Extensive experience in commercial and corporate law, ideally also in construction law and litigation / arbitration
15. Proven senior level credibility to build relationship and advise senior management
16. Proven track record in managing complex contracts and projects in an international environment
17. Demonstrated ability to make commercially astute decisions and take clear position on complex issues
18. Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of leading from the front and motivating others
What’s in it for you?
19. Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus
20. Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)
21. 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day
22. Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
23. Comprehensive life assurance
24. Enhanced family leave
25. Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access
26. Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support
27. Free eye tests and eyewear discounts
28. Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts
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