Senior Legal Counsel
Are you an experienced 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.
This is an excellent opportunity to influence high‑value engineering programmes driving the global transition toward net‑zero.
Your Role at Clarke Energy
Based at our Knowsley headquarters, with occasional travel, you will play a pivotal role in providing commercially focused legal support throughout the lifecycle of our capital sales, EPC projects and service agreements. You’ll work closely with project delivery, sales, engineering and commercial teams to ensure legal integrity, effective risk management and contract compliance across our operations.
If you’re a confident negotiator with strong construction law expertise and the ability to work autonomously across a diverse workload, this is an exciting next step in your legal career.
What You’ll Be Doing
Contracting for Capital Projects & EPC Delivery
* Lead negotiations for capital sales and EPC contracts, including FIDIC, MF/1, NEC, JCT and bespoke agreements.
* Ensure contract terms reflect commercial agreements and appropriately mitigate risk.
* Advise on liability caps, indemnities, liquidated damages, defects liability, relief events, security and payment terms.
Subcontracts & Supply Chain Agreements
* Support project teams in negotiating major subcontracts and ensuring alignment with main contract obligations.
* Lead review and negotiation of supply chain agreements, including INNIO Jenbacher frameworks.
Project Execution Support
* Provide ongoing legal guidance during project delivery to ensure contractual compliance.
* Assist with notices, claims, risk mitigation and relief event processes.
Dispute Avoidance & Resolution
* Provide early advice to prevent disputes.
* Support commercial settlements and help shape dispute resolution strategies.
Service (O&M) Contracting
* Negotiate long‑term maintenance and parts‑supply agreements.
* Advise on liability, indemnities, insurance, warranties and guarantees.
Ancillary Legal Agreements
* Draft and negotiate NDAs, bonds, guarantees, direct agreements, assignments and novations.
Compliance, Governance & Research
* Monitor changes in relevant construction, commercial and regulatory law.
* Support internal policy development and compliance initiatives.
Training & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
* Deliver legal training to sales, project and service teams.
* Provide day‑to‑day, practical legal advice across the organisation.
Who We’re Looking For
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.
Why Join Clarke Energy?
* 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.
About Clarke Energy
Clarke Energy is a globally recognised engineering business delivering sustainable energy solutions across 29 territories. As the largest authorised distributor and service provider for INNIO’s hydrogen‑ready reciprocating engines, we are committed to engineering excellence and supporting the global transition to net‑zero.
We deliver high‑quality projects through integrated capabilities including in‑house design engineering, EPC project management and 24/7 after‑sales support.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re a commercially driven solicitor looking to advance your career in a dynamic, purpose‑led engineering environment, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please prepare your application and submit it through our careers channel.
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