* Rare opportunity for a disputes lawyer to move in-house
* To join an in-house team with true career development
About Our Client
Our client is a leading global business delivering innovative engineering and design solutions across major international projects.
Job Description
* Collaborate with other business support functions to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
* Assist in developing and refining internal systems and processes to improve legal and commercial team efficiency.
* Contribute to internal training initiatives on commercial and contractual topics.
* Provide strategic legal input on contentious issues, identifying commercial opportunities and risk mitigation strategies.
* Support the resolution of claims and disputes, including insurer liaison, negotiation, and pre-action correspondence, while contributing to overall case strategy.
* Oversee claims management within the business unit and contribute to broader risk oversight across regional and global operations.
* Enable senior stakeholders to report effectively on dispute status to executive leadership.
* Advise on corporate governance matters to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
* Deliver responsive legal and commercial advice on an ad-hoc basis.
* Undertake additional responsibilities as required.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Disputes Solicitor should have:
* Qualified solicitor status with expertise in dispute resolution or litigation.
* Strong background in construction law disputes; experience with construction insurance is advantageous.
* Proven ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
* Capability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Proven experience in both formal and informal dispute resolution, including negotiation.
* Skilled in advising on contract management and proactive dispute avoidance.
* Legally qualified with circa 2-6 years' post-qualification experience (PQE).
* Commercially minded team player with a collaborative approach to achieving service goals.
* Confident presenter with effective communication skills.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including life assurance, private medical cover, cash car allowance, and income protection.
* Generous company pension scheme.
* Flexible benefits such as cycle-to-work scheme, dental and optical cover, travel insurance, season ticket loans, and corporate discounts.
* Work-Life Balance: 2-3 days hybrid working and flexible working hours
* 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays), with flexible holiday options.
* Enhanced parenthood leave policies.
* Strong commitment to continuous professional development, supported by a tailored learning and development programme at every career stage.
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