Senior Legal Counsel, Infrastructure
Hove
Permanent
Legal
Professional Services
£80,000.00 - £90,000.00Year
Position: Senior Legal Counsel, Infrastructure Role Type: Permanent, Full-Time Location: East Sussex (Hybrid working available) Salary: Up to £90,000 per annum, plus bonus and benefits
Are you an experienced legal professional with a background in infrastructure projects? Our client, a leading utilities company, is seeking a dynamic and skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in East Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in critical infrastructure projects and provide key legal support in a growing and essential sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and support on a variety of high-end infrastructure projects within the utilities sector.
- Draft, review, and negotiate project contracts and agreements, with particular expertise in JCT and NEC contracts.
- Ensure compliance with public procurement regulations and assist in navigating complex public sector procurement frameworks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage legal risks and ensure smooth execution of infrastructure projects.
- Advise on regulatory matters affecting the utilities sector and help navigate complex legal frameworks.
- Support the business in developing legal strategies to manage project-related challenges and risks.
Requirements:
- UK-qualified Solicitor or Barrister with project experience within the infrastructure sector, with a minimum of 8 years expedience.
- Ideally have experience JCT, NEC contracts, and public procurement processes.
- Expertise in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating infrastructure-related contracts.
- Proven ability to manage legal risks in large-scale projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £90,000 per annum, plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangement, offering flexibility between office and remote work.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects in the utilities sector.
- Professional growth and development in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Chris Ewles on 07902 701 818 or at chris.ewles @lhh.com
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Senior Legal Counsel, Infrastructure
LHH
28 days ago
£80,000.00 - £90,000.00Year
Permanent
Legal
Professional Services
Hove
Position: Senior Legal Counsel, Infrastructure Role Type: Permanent, Full-Time Location: East Sussex (Hybrid working available) Salary: Up to £90,000 per annum, plus bonus and benefits
Are you an experienced legal professional with a background in infrastructure projects? Our client, a leading utilities company, is seeking a dynamic and skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in East Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in critical infrastructure projects and provide key legal support in a growing and essential sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and support on a variety of high-end infrastructure projects within the utilities sector.
- Draft, review, and negotiate project contracts and agreements, with particular expertise in JCT and NEC contracts.
- Ensure compliance with public procurement regulations and assist in navigating complex public sector procurement frameworks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage legal risks and ensure smooth execution of infrastructure projects.
- Advise on regulatory matters affecting the utilities sector and help navigate complex legal frameworks.
- Support the business in developing legal strategies to manage project-related challenges and risks.
Requirements:
- UK-qualified Solicitor or Barrister with project experience within the infrastructure sector, with a minimum of 8 years expedience.
- Ideally have experience JCT, NEC contracts, and public procurement processes.
- Expertise in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating infrastructure-related contracts.
- Proven ability to manage legal risks in large-scale projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £90,000 per annum, plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangement, offering flexibility between office and remote work.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects in the utilities sector.
- Professional growth and development in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Chris Ewles on 07902 701 818 or at chris.ewles @lhh.com
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.