We're in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace. If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW We're looking for a Construction lawyer to join our dynamic and diverse Legal team, based at our head office in Coventry. In this role, you'll help lead on a variety of legal matters, working with both the water business and Severn Trent group companies on a wide range of construction projects, predominantly in the infrastructure, water and wastewater treatment sector. We are a FTSE 100 group which includes two water and wastewater businesses, a leading renewables company and other commercial businesses. What You'll Be DoingSupporting the capital programme with day-to-day delivery, you will be part of a team of lawyers responsible for ensuring that the contracts with our supply chain balance the pace of required delivery with a clear expression of the commercial deals struck for each project. Predominantly working on NEC based contracts called off from a framework, you will help us contract on and assist in contract delivery of c.1.5bn to 1.9bn of project each year of this AMP, delivering wastewater treatment works, storm overflow reduction schemes, new water resource development, and extensive network renewal. Engaging regularly with our key supply chain partners, with an increasingly innovative approach to design and supporting programme level procurement of key assets and long lead items and onward transfer to contractors, you'll help position Severn Trent to deliver a complex portfolio of hundreds of concurrent projects aimed at improving environmental performance, resilience, and capacity across its asset base. You will act as a legal business partner to teams in other parts of the business including designers, project managers and quantity surveyors responsible for delivering the capital programme. That's why, we value in-person moments to keep our culture alive but also understand the flexibility working from home can bring. So, you'll usually find us in the office, but working from home is supported, when you need it. We are looking for you to have demonstrable non-contentious construction legal experience and it would be beneficial if you have had experience gained from working on contentious construction matters and/or regulated procurement. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter with strong leadership skills but who can also demonstrate a collaborative partnering approach to working with business colleagues and with the wider Severn Trent Legal team. You'll be a great team player, will seek to understand the business, and help to deliver its strategic objectives and the vision of the General Counsel team. As a member of the Legal team, you will be part of the wider General Counsel directorate, which also includes Group Compliance and Assurance and Company Secretariat. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We have a range of benefits that reward and recognise great work and award-winning training to ensure you reach your potential. And we'll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the community in which we live. 31 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)Annual bonus scheme (of up to 20% per annum based on company performance)Car allowance – per annum up to 5,208Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)Family friendly policiesSharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rateDedicated training and development with our 'Academy'Electric vehicle scheme and retail offersTwo volunteer days per yearLET'S GOWe can't wait to hear from you! We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.
Interim Construction Lawyer (Part time) in Coventry employer: Severn Trent
At Severn Trent, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering a supportive work environment where every employee can thrive. As an Operational Technician, you'll not only play a vital role in maintaining essential water services across Stafford and Cannock, but you'll also benefit from comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to your professional growth. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions while making a positive impact on the community and the environment.
