In-House Commercial Counsel - Global Energy Business - South East

In-House Commercial Counsel - Global Energy Business - South East

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the legal team of a global business that is a market leader in the oil and gas sector.

Due to increased business and potential, our client is now seeking to recruit commercial lawyers to join its in-house team. Lawyers will work in a niche team advising all divisions in the business and report directly to the General Counsel. 

As an in-house lawyer, you can anticipate working on a variety of matters: drafting, review, negotiation and advising on various commercial agreements. M&A, JVs, dispute management, compliance, corporate and international matters. You will enjoy working on stimulating and challenging projects.

Requirements

• Eligible to work in the UK and a qualified Lawyer ideally with a top law firm background
• 1 - 6 years PQE*
• Extensive knowledge and experience in commercial law
• In-house experience i.e. secondment would be advantageous
• Upstream oil and gas, shipping/maritime, engineering sector experience (desired)

To be considered for the position, please contact Ted Douglas at McKenzie Douglas, ted.douglas@mckenziedouglas.co.uk

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*We do not preclude on PQE.

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