At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on construction contracts and support major projects in a leading Facilities Management business.
- Company: Join a top Facilities Management company with a strong legal team.
- Benefits: Flexible location options, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting large-scale projects and make a real impact in the industry.
- Qualifications: 4-6PQE in commercial/construction law with NEC and JCT contract experience.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 £ per year.
Our client is a leading Facilities Management business, who are looking to expand their excellent legal team, with a focus on Capital Projects.
They are ideally looking for a commercial/construction lawyer, with 4-6PQE and extensive experience in both NEC and JCT contracts, ideally with some in-house experience.
You will play a crucial role in the business, supporting on major projects, working closely with and reporting to the Head of Legal, this is an excellent opportunity to work on exciting, large-scale projects in-house.
The role also offer flexibility on location, with the option to be based in their London or Surrey offices.
Other key experience and responsibilities
- Advising and negotiating on construction contracts, and other commercial contracts, so a deep knowledge of contract law is necessary.
- Solid experience in standard form contracts is essential.
- Good knowledge of these areas of law: data protection in commercial transactions, competition law, TUPE and intellectual property rights issues.
- Negotiating and advising on construction and commercial agreements, including standard form NEC and JCT.
- Direct support to the Projects Leadership Team on various issues.
- Supporting the business with disputes with clients or suppliers and instructing external counsel where necessary.
- Advising on legal developments and implications for the business.
- Maintaining and updating standard contract terms.
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Construction (NEC & JCT) Counsel - Leading FM Business employer: Simmons & Hanbury
Simmons & Hanbury is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the legal field. With a strong focus on employee growth, the firm provides ample opportunities for professional development, particularly in the exciting energy sector across Africa. Located in London, employees benefit from a vibrant city atmosphere while enjoying relocation support and visa sponsorship, making it an attractive choice for both UK and international talent.
