In-house Construction Solicitor / Legal Counsel

Overview

Company: Our client is a civil engineering company that provides specialist services to complex infrastructure projects in the water, energy and transport sectors, in both the UK and overseas.Role

In-house Construction Solicitor / Legal Counsel: Working as a member of our client''s in-house legal team, you will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, reviewing and advising on standard form and bespoke construction contracts, major framework agreements, and joint ventures related to a wide array of large-scale projects, including matters overseas. The role is based at the company''s Glasgow office; you will work with commercial and legal colleagues across the Group, both in the UK and internationally.Responsibilities

Drafting, negotiating, reviewing and advising on standard form and bespoke construction contracts, major framework agreements, and joint ventures.Managing matters related to a wide array of large-scale projects, including overseas assignments.Collaborating with commercial and legal colleagues across the Group in the UK and internationally.Qualifications

Scottish or England and Wales qualified solicitor with circa 5+ years'' PQE in construction / infrastructure.Preferably, experience in transport, energy or water related projects (not necessarily required).Experience of drafting, reviewing and advising on JCT, NEC, FIDIC, and other major framework agreements, and large-scale project matters.Strong desire to work in-house and comfort operating with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-paced and expanding business.Existing international experience is desirable but not essential.What’s on offer / Benefits

Circa £80-100k basic (depending on PQE and experience).5% employer pension contribution, life assurance, and the possibility of a discretionary bonus.Hybrid working is available; role is based at the Glasgow ..... full job details .....