Senior Legal Counsel
- Recruiter
- Law Absolute.
- Location
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North East England
Newcastle Upon TyneTyne and Wear
- Salary
- £350 - £500 a day
- Posted
- 30 Jan 2017
- Closes
- 01 Mar 2017
- Ref
- GS/021472
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Category
- Engineering, Legal, Logistics and Transport
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
This interim opportunity has arisen with an international manufacturing company who are looking to add to their procurement team.
The company have gone from strength to strength in their sector and are looking for a Lawyer with procurement/PFI/PPP or EPC experience to help them to continue to grow.
This is a 6-12 month opportunity based in their Durham office and will require a week of international travel.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the procurement team in drafting and negotiating a range of direct and indirect contracts including supplier agreements and PPP contracts
- Supporting the procurement team with bidding processes by advising on risk, negotiating with clients and drafting agreements
- Advising the wider legal team on a range of contracts including manufacturing and maintenance contracts
- Occasionally supporting the General Counsel on corporate and compliance matters
- Developing and delivering relevant training to colleagues
This is an opportunity for a Commercial Lawyer with a background in UK public procurement to work with a leader in the manufacturing sector.
The company requires an assertive individual, who can work at a fast pace, with a minimum of 5 years PQE to ensure they can hit the ground running.
Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
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