Legal Counsel in London

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to support our EPC activities across the UK and Ireland, reporting into the London-based Legal team. This role will provide high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across the full project lifecycle, from tendering and procurement through to project delivery and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across EPC, O&M, supply and subcontract agreements
• Draft, review, and negotiate key project contracts
• Support project teams in managing contractual obligations and risks
• Advise on procurement, tenders, and contract execution
• Liaise with external law firms and manage legal spend in line with internal procedures
• Contribute to the development of legal processes, templates, and best practices

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer in England & Wales with a valid practising certificate
• Experience in EPC contracts and energy/infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of FIDIC and/or NEC4 contracts
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Be part of a growing UK business within a global energy leader
• Work on high-value, complex renewable and infrastructure projects
• Gain broad exposure across the EPC contract lifecycle
• Private Medical Health Care
• Hybrid working with a London office base
• 25 days Annual Leave

We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential. At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.