Legal Counsel in Stirling

Legal Counsel in Stirling

Stirling Full-Time No working from home possible
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Job Description

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Your new company
\nAleading organisation specialising in the delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality,innovation and collaboration, the business works across both public and privatesectors, delivering high-value projects from concept through to completion. They are committed to robust governance, commercial excellence and continuous improvement, offering a dynamic environment where legal expertise plays acritical role in shaping successful project outcomes.
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\nYour new role
\nAs Legal Counsel, you will provide practical legal and contractual advice across the full project lifecycle, supporting both pre-construction and delivery teams.
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\nKey responsibilities include:

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  • Advising on tenders, identifying risks and supporting bid teams with mitigation strategies
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  • Supporting contract execution and ensuring compliance with internal governance
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  • Assisting with claims, disputes and adjudication processes
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  • Contributing to legal risk reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
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  • Delivering training and guidance to internal stakeholders
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\nWhat you'll need to succeed

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  • Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE (Scots Law qualification essential; dual qualification in English Law advantageous).
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  • Proven experience within construction or infrastructure law, ideally in-house or supporting similar clients.
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  • Extensive experience working with JCT, SBCC and NEC forms of contract and their amendments.
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  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
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  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex contractual documentation.
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  • Ability to deliver training and confidently present to senior audiences.
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\nWhat you need to do now
\nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV,

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Legal Counsel in Stirling employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

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