Apply for the Solicitor - In-house - Construction role at Michael Page.
Job location: Bath, United Kingdom.
Work with a talented team to provide pragmatic and commercially sound legal advice across a global portfolio of construction projects, building relationships with internal stakeholders and clients to mitigate business risks.
Description
* Providing sound and timely legal and commercial advice to mitigate commercial and contractual risks on the company's global portfolio of projects
* Reviewing, reporting on, negotiating and finalising a wide range of contractual documentation (including but not limited to consultancy appointments and sub-consultancy agreements, collateral warranties, novation agreements, letters of intent)
* Advising the business to ensure that the company's governance policies are adhered to in contract negotiations and assisting to make a case for any deviations to the governance policies where necessary
* Assisting the business in the proper operation and administration of its contracts and legal framework
* Assisting in the provision of training to the business to promote awareness on a range of legal and commercial issues relevant to the industry and projects
* Assisting with developing and implementing systems, processes and procedures to enhance the efficiency of the Commercial and Legal team and the company as a whole
* Ensuring appropriate, timely and proportionate support is provided to the Project Directors and Partners in closing out contractual negotiations and any further contract interpretation and administration assistance during project delivery
* Working collaboratively and liaising with other business service functions as necessary to ensure an inclusive, collaborative approach to resolving issues
Profile
* Legally qualified, ideally with 1-5 years' post qualification experience
* Experience in construction law and the construction industry is essential with preferably demonstrable experience in general commercial law
* Experience of drafting and reviewing contracts
* Good administrative and organisational skills
* Keen attention to detail
Job Offer
* A permanent position within a reputable organisation in Bath
* Opportunities for professional growth and career development
* Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days at home
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
Industries
Civil Engineering
If you are an experienced Solicitor looking for a rewarding opportunity in Bath, we encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your legal career today!
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