Legal Counsel

Location
England, South Yorkshire, Sheffield
Salary
£50,000 - £70,000 per annum
Posted
13 Jun 2019
Closes
28 Jun 2019
Ref
OC/72060c
Job Title
In House Counsel
Category
Legal
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
An international business with a world-wide client base is looking for a Legal Counsel to join them and advise on a mix of commercial, construction, and litigation matters. Based in Sheffield, this In-House Counsel role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis.

Your new employer

This organisation is a joint venture between two of the world's best-known technology and manufacturing businesses. The Legal Counsel will join a team in the UK that works on a truly international basis, with clients in China, Brazil, India, US, and throughout Europe.

Responsibilities of your new role

Reporting into the General Counsel and collaborating with colleagues in project management, sales, and commercial, the Legal Counsel will advise on:
  • Acquiring complex, large, and international projects
  • Drafting and negotiating a range of commercial agreements
  • Managing the negotiation and bidding process
  • Assessing risk throughout
  • Project management
  • Collaborating with project managers and colleagues in local offices
  • Dealing with pre-litigious activity
  • Advising on construction matters (contentious and non-contentious)
  • Handling disputes
Candidate requirements

To be considered for this In-House Counsel role, applicants must demonstrate:
  • 3+ years PQE
  • Experience drafting and negotiating a range of commercial contracts
  • Some experience or insight into construction matters (not essential)
  • Strong communication and decision-making skills
  • The desire to work on an international scale and travel
The role is incredibly varied and would suit Legal Counsel with strong commercial grounding who is looking to expand their experience and work in a more commercial and project focused role.

Salary

The successful Legal Counsel will be offered £50,000 - £70,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Apply now

Please apply today to be considered immediately for this excellent Legal Counsel opportunity in Sheffield.

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