At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid provides the environment for our teams to thrive and make a real impact. As we drive momentum in the energy transition for all, we are committed to ensuring that every employee feels empowered and engaged. A senior projects and infrastructure solicitor role for someone with a passion for the energy sector and a commitment to contributing to the energy transition. You will be a strong communicator and trusted business partner, able to listen effectively, collaborate with UK Legal colleagues and business teams, and provide clear, pragmatic and risk-based advice to stakeholders at all levels. The role provides strategic legal support across National Grid's largest and most complex major projects, including major transmission infrastructure, network reinforcement, strategic investment and energy transition projects. The role will help the business translate investment decisions into safe, timely and value-focused delivery outcomes while managing legal and commercial risk across the full project lifecycle. Working closely with the CCD Associate General Counsel and senior leadership teams, the role leads the development and delivery of legal strategies for major projects and capital programmes, supporting successful procurement, construction, delivery, operation and close-out. A core component of the role is supporting innovative and efficient legal service delivery using legal technology, digital tools and scalable ways of working. What You'll Do Provide excellent, pragmatic legal advice and develop legal strategies for National Grid's most significant infrastructure and capital delivery projects. Work alongside the CCD Associate General Counsel to deliver the CCD Legal team objectives and support the wider UK General Counsel function. Support project teams in developing and implementing effective contracting and delivery strategies that balance legal, commercial and operational objectives. Advise on project delivery models, alliance arrangements, EPC and construction contracts, framework arrangements, strategic supplier relationships and other complex infrastructure contracting structures. Support project teams in navigating project risks, delays, cost escalation, change control, disputes, claims and contractual performance issues. Lead on legal aspects of major project governance and investment decision-making, ensuring legal risks are identified, managed and escalated appropriately. Influence, effectively communicate with and advise senior stakeholders across National Grid, including executive leadership teams and programme boards, to lead and operate with impact to drive resolutions. Draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of complex agreements, including construction contracts, framework agreements, collaboration arrangements, project delivery agreements and strategic supplier contracts. Support the delivery of major project procurement strategies in collaboration with the broader Commercial how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more. We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future. We offer a competitive base salary, with annual reviews to ensure it reflects the market rate for your role, skills, knowledge, and experience. Incentive Pay Depending on your role, you'll be eligible for an annual performance bonus that rewards your contribution to our success. Your bonus is a percentage of eligible earnings and may vary each year. Recognition Our global recognition program lets you thank and reward colleagues for their contributions, along with career milestone awards to celebrate key achievements. Retirement We offer a generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%. For every £1 you contribute, we'll add £2. You can also make extra voluntary contributions to boost your retirement savings.
Legal Director - Major Projects employer: National Grid plc
National Grid plc is an exceptional employer located in the heart of Warwick, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As a Transformation Portfolio Analyst, you will have access to extensive employee growth opportunities, including professional development and training in cutting-edge tools like Power BI and Excel. Join us to be part of a team that values your insights and contributions towards shaping the future of the UK's critical infrastructure.
