Legal Counsel – Commercial & Construction £60,000 / 65,000 + benefits Leeds (hybrid working) Permanent, Full time Sellick Partnership is partnered with a leading UK infrastructure and engineering business to recruit a Legal Counsel. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial lawyer to join a growing in-house legal function across a broad range of commercial, construction and engineering matters. The successful candidate will work closely with commercial and operational team with exposure to tendering, contract negotiation, project delivery, disputes and wider legal risk. This is a broad and varied in-house position, offering an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within a commercial and operational business. You will work closely with stakeholders across the business on a range of commercial contracts. We are keen to speak with commercially focused solicitors who have strong contract drafting and negotiation experience and are interested in developing their knowledge within the construction and infrastructure sector. The role would suit either a lawyer already working in-house or someone in private practice looking to make their first move into industry. Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial, construction and engineering contracts Support the business throughout the contract lifecycle, including tendering, contract negotiation, delivery and variations Provide practical and commercially focused advice to operational, commercial and procurement teams Identify and manage contractual and commercial risks Support with contractual claims, disputes and other contentious matters where required Assist with the development of contract templates, guidance notes and legal processes Work closely with the General Counsel on a range of wider legal and commercial matters We are looking for a commercially minded solicitor with strong contract experience and an interest in working within the construction, engineering or infrastructure sectors. Strong experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts. A good understanding of contractual risk and the ability to provide practical, commercial advice. The ability to build effective relationships with non-legal stakeholders. A proactive approach and willingness to develop across a broad range of legal matters. Discretionary bonus opportunity ~ Car Allowance ~25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays ~ Flexible and hybrid working arrangements ~ Free on-site parking ~ Company pension ~ Broad exposure across commercial, construction and engineering matters. ~ Excellent scope to develop within a growing in-house legal function. To apply for the Legal Counsel role, please contact David Scott at Sellick Partnership. Alternatively, apply via the website and a consultant will be in touch.
Vacature Juridisch Adviseur Arbeidsrecht in Leeds employer: Sellick Partnership
Sellick Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters growth and innovation within the fast-paced technology sector. With hybrid working options and a competitive salary range of £35,000 - £45,000, employees benefit from 25 days of annual leave, exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, and the opportunity to shape the compliance function in a rapidly expanding business. Join us to be part of a supportive team that values inclusivity and encourages professional development.
